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Legislative advisers say large state deficit likely to squeeze special‑education funding
Summary
Legislative advisers told the Millard Public Schools board that the state faces a multi‑hundred‑million‑dollar shortfall and that special‑education reimbursement is being held roughly flat in budget proposals, a development that could reduce district reimbursements and shift funding strategies.
Legislative advisers briefed the Millard Public Schools board on the state legislative session and warned that a large budget shortfall will constrain education spending. “There’s a significant budget deficit coming into this session, $471,000,000,” a legislative representative said, and the Appropriations Committee’s preliminary work placed the gap nearer $344,000,000.
The advisers said the session has become a sprint focused on priority bills and budget work. They described three likely approaches to closing the gap: tapping cash funds and…
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