Sens. Barickman, Manar Announce School Funding Reform Plans
Republican Senator Jason Barickman and Democratic Senator Andy Manar have vowed to work together on plans for paying for K-12 education.
Rauner Calls For An Increase In State Contribution To Education
"Simply spending more doesn't drive those resources to the neediest districts in the state. That requires a change in the state aid formula," said Senator Andy Manar (D)
School Funding Fight Set To Resume In Senate
When it comes to funding public schools, Illinois ranks near the bottom for equity. Legislation designed to change that stalled last session. Lawmakers are revising it to try again.