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Budget proposal boosts local aid, fully funds final year of Student Opportunity Act

Office of the Governor · January 28, 2026

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Summary

The administration proposes $10.4 billion in local aid for FY27 (a $438 million increase) and says the budget fully funds the sixth year of the Student Opportunity Act, raising per‑pupil support by $75 and a $242 million floor increase.

Boston — As part of the FY27 filing, the administration said it is dedicating $10.4 billion in local aid for cities and towns, a $438 million (4.4%) increase over last year aimed at supporting schools, police, fire and municipal services.

Lieutenant Governor Driscoll said the budget includes a 2.5% increase in unrestricted general government aid (UGA) and "fully funds the sixth and final year of the Student Opportunity Act." Driscoll described the Student Opportunity Act increases as a $242,000,000 minimum boost and said the change amounts to roughly a $75 per‑pupil increase for all districts.

The administration said the Student Opportunity Act funding is part of a broader affordability agenda that also includes investments in literacy, high‑dose tutoring and support for special education transportation costs that disproportionately affect rural districts.

The governor and administration stressed collaboration with municipal leaders. The proposal now moves to the Legislature for review and appropriation.