Podcasts about school funding

Ryan and Dana discuss Florida lawmakers advancing provisions to protect school funding under Governor Ron DeSantis' property tax plan, including maintaining homestead taxes for education, as cities like Winter Haven warn of major budget shortfalls if the amendment passes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Aaleah McConnell has an intimate look at how the family of Edilberto Espinoza-Sierra is coping with grief and searching for justice, after the 21-year-old was killed by law enforcement in March. Plus, Rachel Keith and Ben Schachtman dig into public school funding, with a look at this year's budget – and some potential issues on the horizon.

Governor Jeff Landry and legislative leaders are launching a task force to figure out how to give teachers a permanent pay raise and overhaul education funding. We talk with State Senate President Cameron Henry about it.

5/26/26 (Co-Host: Amilcar Shabazz) Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman: Hampshire College's closing—an update preserving services, school funding,layoffs? The Leslẽa Newman on “Rainbow Cookies” and “Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story;” also, censorship, love, & her upcoming reading for kids & parents at High Five Books. Greenfield City Council President Lora Wondolowski: Greenfield is a happening place – Juneteenth & the Green River Festival; her job at the Peace Development Fund, public safety & balancing priorities. Sports historians Duke Goldman & Keith O'Brien (coming to Broadside) on his new book “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.”

UnityPoint-Meriter Hospital workers rally for a fair contract, Wisconsin legislators kill a school funding deal, Google workers in England want a union as a voice against military deals, Economic Policy Institute speakers argue that the power of bosses is the real threat to workers as technologies develop, Max Hall of AFSCME speaks on Minnesota's new landmark employment legislation, and Texas public union officials talk to Labor Radio about a legal victory for a Texas State professor targeted for political speech.

0000019e-2168-d707-a7df-63eecc440000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2026-05-13/iowa-governor-signs-bill-expanding-charter-school-fundingJoseph LeahyIowa Governor signs bill expanding charter school funding

For the 2nd time in 6 months, voters turned down proposals to fund schools for building projects. Pat Devine is the Superintendent of Princeton Schools and joined Vineeta to discuss the process of getting a ballot question, and trying to convince voters of the dire need. All on The WCCO Morning News.

For the 2nd time in 6 months, voters turned down proposals to fund schools for building projects. Pat Devine is the Superintendent of Princeton Schools and joined Vineeta to discuss the process of getting a ballot question, and trying to convince voters of the dire need. All on The WCCO Morning News.

Send us Fan MailIn this “pay up or shut up” episode, Ernest unpacks the recent harmful effects of gerrymandering on Black districts across the nation, early measuring the two GOP presidential frontrunners, a messy political feud involving Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, how the Philadelphia Parking Authority became the wicked witch of school funding, what “blue dot fever" really says about American concerts, about that new Chris Brown album, and much more!Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram. 

Victorian budget must fix public school funding crisis. Why listening to teachers matters more than ever. Caro- Our kids are segregated in every way imaginable. Social mobility is the key to growth in Australia. Russia- Russian schools warn students of life in prison for treason and the dangers of VPNs. Canada- Canadian Jewish schools hit with complaint over alleged support of Isreali military.Great State School of the Week- Cranbourne West Primarywww.adogs.info3CR's Annual Radiothon is coming up soon! The DOGS have a target of $4500 to reach by the 13th of June! If you are able to pledge a donation, please visit-www.3cr.org.au/donate or call 03 9419 8377 during business hours (Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm). Every donation, large or small, counts and keeps 3CR on air.

 Who should decide where education dollars go in Alabama — public schools or individual families? Alabama's evolving funding system is fueling debate as lawmakers expand school choice programs while many districts continue struggling with teacher shortages, aging facilities, and unequal local tax support. The decisions shaping the 2026 budget could redefine how education works across the entire state. 

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with Sadie Elliott, Director of the Herzog Foundation, to explore how innovative philanthropy is transforming K–12 Christian education. They discuss the challenges facing Christian school leaders, the importance of treating donors as mission-driven partners, and the measurable impact of strong donor development on long-term sustainability and growth. Let's go!Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/Center for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

On this week's episode, Mike Petrilli is joined by David Griffith and Brian Fitzpatrick to discuss Fordham's latest report, From the Teacher's Desk: A Science of Reading Progress Report. Drawing on a nationally representative survey of K–3 teachers, they examine what educators understand about reading instruction, how state policies are shaping classroom practice, and where progress has been made. The takeaway: While many teachers are embracing the science of reading, gaps in knowledge and implementation remain.Then on the Research Minute, Amber Northern examines new evidence on student attendance, finding that most variation is driven by student characteristics rather than school districts, raising important questions about policies that tie funding to average daily attendance.Recommended content: From the Teacher's Desk: A Science of Reading Progress Report —David Griffith and Brian Fitzpatrick, Thomas B. Fordham InstituteWonkathon 2025 Anthology: What comes next for the science of reading? —Edited by Brandon L. Wright and Elainah Elkins, Thomas B. Fordham InstituteImperfect Attendance: Toward a fairer measure of student absenteeism —Jing Liu, Ph.D., Thomas B. Fordham InstituteHow Large are District Effects on Student Attendance? Implications for School Funding Based on Average Daily Attendance David S. Knight and Mark Olofson, EdWorkingPapers (2026)Feedback Welcome: Have ideas for improving our show? We would love to hear them. Send them to thegadfly@fordhaminstitute.org

Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Stamford / Greenwich GOP State Rep. Tina Courpas, who's been named to Gov. Ned Lamont's Education Funding Commission. How do we re-vamp and / or update the formula that's used to determine how much state education funding goes to each municipality (00:53). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar dropped by to talk about the big state stories, including some good news for Bridgeport (08:21). CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum analyzed a new case being brought against former FBI chief James Comey, as well as action taken by the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the Voting Rights Act (15:51). Finally, Paul had some thoughts on politics - and stress - in Connecticut (23:08)

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Send us Fan MailIn this “my plan, my plan, my plan” episode, Ernest dives deep into the debauchery of the White House Press Correspondents Dinner, how the Democrats are navigating fresh resignations and infighting, who's lying in the Philly school funding debate, revisiting the “Michael” biopic, the parasocial opinions of Meg Thee Stallion's breakup from Klay Thompson, and much more!Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram. 

Play Among the Stars 4/3/26: MTA Pres Max Page: school funding & tax cutting. Community Action Pioneer Valley's Lev Ben Ezra (Ex Dir) & Frances Hall (Dir, Community Services): WIC prospers. Astronomer Salman Hameed: going to the moon, Mars & war. Silver on Iran & November. Donnabelle Casis' ArtBeat w/ Northampton Playwright Lab's Harley Erdman & Talya Kingston.

Send us Fan MailOregon County Commissioner Jake Parker joins Alex Rutledge to discuss the critical tax base crisis facing southern Missouri counties with large National Forest holdings. Learn how 106,000 acres of federal land in Oregon County generates minimal tax revenue, threatening local schools and infrastructure. Jake explains the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) problem, salvage timber sales at $1,100/acre, and the grassroots resolution movement to increase federal contributions from 25% to 50%. Plus: Turkey season scouting tips, Mississippi hunting stories, and Jake's authentic Louisiana crawfish boil recipe.Chapter Markers:Introduction & Local Sports Update (1:21)Meet Jake Parker - From Mississippi to Missouri (9:50)National Forest Tax Base Crisis (15:49)School Funding & PILT Payments (19:43)Impact on Communities & Resolution Movement (23:50)Turkey Hunting Season Preview (34:39)Cooking Crawfish Southern Style (42:07)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: Austerity, the pandemic and now the cost of living crisis have left many schools in a parlous state. How hard do staff have to work to give kids the chances they deserve? By Aida Edemariam. Read by Lucy Scott. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

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This panel discussion explores how public education is evolving through AASA's Public Education Promise initiative, focusing on attracting, hiring, retaining, and rewarding top educational talent. Leaders from diverse districts share strategies, success stories, and resources to support school leaders nationwide. Follow on X: @AASAHQ | @larawadem | @Jonharper70bd | @BAMRadioNetwork Related Resources: The Public Education Promise Dr. Kristine Gilmore is a respected national leader in public education and serves as the Chief Leadership and Learning Officer at AASA, The School Superintendents Association. In this role, she guides the organization's work to strengthen leadership development, expand professional learning, and support superintendents across the country. Her efforts include shaping national programming for AASA's Center of Leadership and Learning, building partnerships that enhance member services, and mentoring leaders who are preparing for or advancing within district-level roles. She collaborates with executive directors, thought partners, and education organizations to elevate effective practices, create learning experiences that reflect the needs of today's schools, and champion the development of strong and diverse leadership pipelines. Heidi Sipe has served as the Superintendent of the Umatilla School District since 2007. Born and raised in Eastern Washington, she began her work in Eastern Oregon in 2000 and developed a deep passion for rural education, especially for students of poverty and emerging bilingual students. Sipe is committed to After-School and STEAM programming to help students gain access to new ideas and develop interests in their communities, and beyond. Sipe previously chaired the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission, served on the Oregon Taskforce on School Funding, was a founding councilor of the Oregon Educator Advancement Council and served two terms as Superintendent Advisor to the State Board of Education. She is currently on the Executive Committee for AASA, the national School Superintendents Association and served on the AASA Governance Committee for two terms. Dr. W. Burke Royster became the 10th Superintendent of Greenville County Schools, the 42nd largest district in the nation, in 2012. His tenure as Superintendent has been marked by significant advances in student achievement, with a particular focus on improving the District's graduation rate and ensuring that students are college- and career-ready. In a nod to the progress achieved under his direction, Dr. Royster has been named an Education Week “Leader to Learn From,” was selected as the South Carolina Association of School Administrators' 2018 Superintendent of the Year, and in 2023 was named to Greenville Business Magazine's “50 Most Influential” Hall of Fame. He serves on the Governing Board of AASA, The School Superintendents' Association, and is an active member of the Large Countywide and Suburban District Consortium, having served as its chair.

School choice is no longer just a policy debate; it's a reality. In this revealing interview, Andrew Clark from Yes Every Kid explains new federal changes, including tax credits for private school scholarships and expanded 529 accounts for K-12 tuition. This clip explores why current education spending, like $45K/kid in NYC, isn't working and what parents need to know for 2025. Discover how these policies impact the future of education.CHAPTER0:00 — What we do to kids is insane0:35 — $100,000 per kid and the results are getting worse1:00 — Your zip code shouldn't decide your kid's future2:08 — Who is Yes Every Kid?2:49 — Two NEW federal programs changing education4:42 — Changing envelopes: where the money actually goes5:02 — Why you should STILL be skeptical of subsidies6:11 — The sales lesson every parent needs to hear6:57 — $20K to $100K per student — the numbers don't lie9:10 — The reformers are separating9:42 — Freedom AND responsibility: the pottery parable11:55 — Activity breeds results13:00 — Benjamin Franklin didn't need a school board15:24 — Three questions every parent should ask16:30 — Everything you want is on the other side of hard17:49 — Share this with a parent who needs to hear it LINKS:Yes Every Kid — https://yeseverykid.comCardio Miracle (Sponsor) — https://www.caardiordiomiracBrian on X — https://x.com/BNicholsLibertyBrian on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/BNicholsLibertyThe Brian Nichols Show — https://www.briannicholsshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send a textThis episode features two long-time Jefferson Township leaders whose careers reflect a shared commitment to student growth, community, and leadership. Jeanne Howe brings more than 31 years of experience in education, beginning as a science teacher and rising through roles including Assistant Principal, Middle School Principal, Assistant Superintendent, and now Superintendent. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences from Rutgers University and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from New Jersey City University. Throughout her career, Jeanne has focused on building environments where students can thrive academically, socially, and personally, while supporting educators and staff who serve the Jefferson Township community every day.Joining her is Bill Koch, the Athletic Director at Jefferson Township High School since 2018. Bill spent a decade teaching Physical Education and Health at Jefferson Township Middle School before moving into athletic administration, including a year as Athletic Director in Montville Township. He earned his undergraduate degree from Springfield College and a Master's in Educational Leadership and Education from Centenary University. A lifelong coach, Bill has led cross country, wrestling, and boys lacrosse programs and remains active in youth sports. Beyond school, he is a husband to his wife Nicole and a proud father of three—Olivia, William, and Amelia. Together, Jeanne and Bill offer a unique perspective on education, leadership, athletics, and the impact schools have on the lives of students and families.Find The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramApple PodcastSpotifyYouTubeSupport the showThe Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

School choice is no longer just a policy debate; it's a reality. In this revealing interview, Andrew Clark from Yes Every Kid explains new federal changes, including tax credits for private school scholarships and expanded 529 accounts for K-12 tuition. This clip explores why current education spending, like $45K/kid in NYC, isn't working and what parents need to know for 2025. Discover how these policies impact the future of education.CHAPTER0:00 — What we do to kids is insane0:35 — $100,000 per kid and the results are getting worse1:00 — Your zip code shouldn't decide your kid's future2:08 — Who is Yes Every Kid?2:49 — Two NEW federal programs changing education4:42 — Changing envelopes: where the money actually goes5:02 — Why you should STILL be skeptical of subsidies6:11 — The sales lesson every parent needs to hear6:57 — $20K to $100K per student — the numbers don't lie9:10 — The reformers are separating9:42 — Freedom AND responsibility: the pottery parable11:55 — Activity breeds results13:00 — Benjamin Franklin didn't need a school board15:24 — Three questions every parent should ask16:30 — Everything you want is on the other side of hard17:49 — Share this with a parent who needs to hear it LINKS:Yes Every Kid — https://yeseverykid.comCardio Miracle (Sponsor) — https://www.caardiordiomiracBrian on X — https://x.com/BNicholsLibertyBrian on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/BNicholsLibertyThe Brian Nichols Show — https://www.briannicholsshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kansas City Media Propaganda Push on School Funding, Plus Missouri Moves on Income Tax Elimination | 3-13-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School choice is no longer just a policy debate; it's a reality. In this revealing interview, Andrew Clark from Yes Every Kid explains new federal changes, including tax credits for private school scholarships and expanded 529 accounts for K-12 tuition. This clip explores why current education spending, like $45K/kid in NYC, isn't working and what parents need to know for 2025. Discover how these policies impact the future of education. CHAPTER 0:00 — What we do to kids is insane 0:35 — $100,000 per kid and the results are getting worse 1:00 — Your zip code shouldn't decide your kid's future2:08 — Who is Yes Every Kid?2:49 — Two NEW federal programs changing education 4:42 — Changing envelopes: where the money actually goes 5:02 — Why you should STILL be skeptical of subsidies6:11 — The sales lesson every parent needs to hear 6:57 — $20K to $100K per student — the numbers don't lie 9:10 — The reformers are separating 9:42 — Freedom AND responsibility: the pottery parable 11:55 — Activity breeds results13:00 — Benjamin Franklin didn't need a school board 15:24 — Three questions every parent should ask 16:30 — Everything you want is on the other side of hard 17:49 — Share this with a parent who needs to hear it

State investigators to review officer involved death in Shawano County, coalition files lawsuit over the state's school funding system, sleep difficulties can become more common as you age

It's budget season for public schools in Ohio and there's vociferous disagreement over education funding in the state.

This Day in Maine for Monday, March 9, 2026.

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Can a divided nation actually agree on what children need? That's the question at the heart of this conversation.Wilk sits down with Lauren Farrow — former public school teacher, founder of SchoolingAmerica.org, and education reform advocate — for an honest, nonpartisan look at what's really happening inside the American education system.Lauren shares what she witnessed as a classroom teacher in the post-pandemic years: behavior struggles, academic decline, burnt-out teachers spending their own money on supplies, and a bureaucratic structure that strips educators of the very autonomy they need to actually help kids. She breaks down why the system isn't broken — it's functioning exactly as designed — and why that distinction matters for anyone who wants to fix it.Together, Wilk and Lauren explore school choice and voucher programs, the reality of Title I school funding, the role of teachers unions, and most importantly: what parents and community members can actually do about it. The answer? Courageous citizenship. Show up. Get involved. Act instead of react.Whether you have kids in school or not — you have skin in the game. Today's students are tomorrow's leaders.Learn more about and connect with Lauren Farrow in the complete show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for all you've got. Make every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels — America's largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast! *The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.

From school levies to new legislation that could claw back funding from public schools, we talk with school leaders.

Happy Friday, Madison! It's time to round up the news of the week. The City Cast Madison team is digging into happenings at the statehouse, including Assembly Speaker Robin Vos's announcement that he won't seek reelection and the partisan battle over school funding. Plus, after winning the gold in Milan, Badger women's hockey players have found themselves entangled in a controversy with the president.  Also, nominate us for Best of Madison! (Please

Parents in a new lawsuit say a lack of school funding by the state is a violation of the law. A Green Bay housing nonprofit faces an investigation into its CEO's spending. And, a GOP bill proposes to bring the death penalty back to Wisconsin.

Robert Chilcote has been returned to Wisconsin, and will make an initial court appearance Thursday for the murder of Gabriella Cartagena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New analysis from Montana legislative staff shows the state's share of school budgets has gone up in dollar amount over the last two decades. But due to inflation, the value of that money has stayed almost exactly the same as it was in 2008.

A challenge lawmakers are struggling with this session is how to pay for public schools in a state where there's falling enrollment, especially in rural counties. Also, the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom explains snow mold. The post School Funding Needs And Understanding Snow Mold, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's mid-week edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering why there's a constant debate about education funding in Connecticut. What's the breaking point for state taxpayers? (00:47). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar dropped by to chat about the growing election year tax-and-spending battle at the State Capitol (16:17). Columnist and blogger Chris Powell joined us for his monthly visit to talk about Gov. Ned Lamont's tone at his recent State of the State Address (25:38). CBS News Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion briefed us on the current ongoing negotiations to fund the Department of Homeland Security (36:17)

Seattle Public Schools has a new Superintendent. Ben Shuldiner was the only finalist for the position, and the Seattle School Board unanimously approved his contract back in November. On Sunday he stepped into the role early after two teenagers, who are believed to be SPS students, were shot and killed at a bus stop in Rainier Valley. The shooting happened near both South Shore PK-8, and Rainier Beach High School. Soundside sat down with Shuldiner to get his response to the shooting, and to preview his priorities for leading the largest school district in Washington. Guest: Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner Related stories: 2 teen boys killed at bus stop on Rainier Avenue in Seattle - KUOW Seattle School Board names lone superintendent finalist, a district leader recruited from Michigan - KUOW No cops at Garfield High. Seattle School Board rejects plan to revive resource officer program - KUOW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, our reporters tuned into forums around the state with lawmakers. People are gearing up in a big way for the upcoming budget session. Lawmakers are deciding how to fund public education. The current proposal would boost teacher pay and class sizes, but also cut hundreds of teachers. And we learn about a new Olympic sport – ski mountaineering – from a Wyomingite making her debut. Those stories and more.

Globe Rhode Island's Dan McGowan and Steph Machado moderated a panel discussion in front of a Rhode Map Live audience earlier this month about a report that aims to reform Rhode Island's school funding formula. The panel featured David Cicilline, the head of the Rhode Island Foundation; Georgetown University Professor and education economist Nora Gordon; and John Papay, the director of the Annenberg Institute at Brown University. This is a lightly edited recording of that conversation. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Emily Warnecke, IASA Chief of Staff, breaks down how EBF and mandated categoricals work together, why the gap in state reimbursements is creating real pressure on local budgets, and what superintendents can do to advocate effectively during this year's budget season. We'll also walk through the tools and resources IASA has created in the Driving Success campaign to support your advocacy efforts with legislators and community stakeholders.

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Democrats are begging for more money to fund schools – and using kids to make the case. A historic day at the U.S. Supreme Court. Arrest in Washington voter fraud case. Washington state leaders continue to use President Trump to distract from their own failures.

Two New Hampshire courts have told the Legislature that it needs to increase the amount of money the state spends per public school student. But in the first meeting of the legislative session this week, lawmakers voted against doing so. And the Trump administration has frozen child care funding in several states amid allegations of fraud in Minnesota, but Gov. Kelly Ayotte told child care providers this week funding hasn't paused here in New Hampshire. We discuss these stories on this week's edition of the New Hampshire News Recap with NHPR reporter Annmarie Timmins and Ethan DeWitt from the New Hampshire Bulletin.

We start with an analyis of the latest health care melodrama in D.C., where four House Republicans unexpectedly broke ranks, joining Democrats in forcing a vote on the renwal of ACA subsidies. Speaker Johnson will not hold the required vote until January. But even if it passes in the House, it will face an almost certain filibuster in the Senate. Meanwhile millions of Americans will lose healthcare coverage, and those who decide to pay skyrocketing premiums will be forced to cut back on other basics. We welcome State Representative Angelina Cruz to discuss the budget bait and switch on special education funding. The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) announced l that the state will fail to meet the 42% special education reimbursement promised in the recent state budget., and by elected leaders of both parties when they celebrated the budget "compromise." Rep. Cruz tells us about new legislation to ensure all schools get special education funding they were promised Following Rep. Cruz, we discuss a new three bill package that transforms how Wisconsin funds K-12 schools and other public goods in Wisconsin. If enacted, Wisconsin would become the first state to fund K-12 schools primarily through a progressive income tax, leading to a 44% reduction in the median Wisconsin property tax bill. Another bill restores Wisconsin's estate tax for estates valued higher than $14M and creates a new local option income tax on people who make $1M a year or more. These tools provide new, fairer options to raise revenue at the state and local levels, and begin the long process of unwinding record levels of income and wealth inequality. We also talk about this week's highly publicized trial of Judge Hannah Dugan Trial in Milwaukee, data center opponents launch a recall effort against Port Washington Mayor, and the "Monsters of the Midway" threaten to move to Indiana, the latest move in their failing (but on-going) campaign to shake down Illinois for unneeded public subsidies at the expense of schools, health care, and other public priorities. So far Illinois elected leaders are holding firm, in stark contrast to Wisconsin's bipartisan cave in to the Brewers billionaire owner last year.

A federal program that supports schools and infrastructure in rural communities lapsed two years ago. This month, Congress revived it. In 2023, 30 Montana counties received a collective $16 million from the program.

South Dakota public schools face challenges as the politics of property tax shift. Economist Kyle Kopplin, Ph.D. talks with Lori Walsh.

Discover the link between FILOTs and school funding in Greenville County. Learn how these tax abatement programs cost local schools $30 million in annual lost revenue.Episode Resources:Greenville County Budget BasicsGuide to SC School Tax AbatementsLearn more about Greenville First StepsLearn more about Public Education PartnersSimple Civics:Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good GreenvilleGet in touchSupport Simple Civics with a tax-deductible contributionSign up for the Simple Civics newsletter.View our entire catalogueSimple Civics: Greenville County is produced by Podcast Studio X.