In a recent government meeting, legislative liaison Tazely Morales provided an update on significant developments regarding education funding in Pennsylvania. Morales highlighted the community's active involvement in advocating for House Bill 2307, a proposed $6 billion plan aimed at reforming the state's public education funding system. This bill, which has garnered bipartisan support, passed the House with a vote of 107 to 94 and is based on recommendations from a recent Supreme Court ruling and the Basic Education Funding Commission.

On May 8, Morales, along with parents and community members, met with Senator Tim Kearney and Representative Leanne Kruger in Harrisburg to discuss the implications of the bill for the Chester Upland School District. The community also participated in an online campaign on June 13, urging the Senate to support the bill.

However, Morales expressed concerns over Senate Bill 757, which has gained traction due to endorsements from influential figures. She emphasized that the opposition to this bill is not rooted in a desire to deny children access to school choice, but rather in the lack of accountability and transparency in existing scholarship programs. Currently, there are no mechanisms to ensure that scholarships intended for students from lower-performing districts are actually reaching those in need. This loophole allows wealthier families to benefit from these programs, undermining the intended purpose of providing educational support to disadvantaged students.

Morales concluded by reaffirming the importance of accountability in educational funding, stressing that the focus should remain on ensuring that resources are directed to those who truly require assistance.