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Ohio's Controversial Budget Bill Sparks Education Funding Fears

5/5/2025

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Ohio's HB 96 budget bill is stirring controversy as it introduces contentious amendments without public input. Although it seeks to bolster K-12 education, it fails to adequately support the fair school funding plan. Additionally, new provisions threaten to slash property tax revenues for districts, igniting fears of state overreach and insufficient funding for public school transportation.

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Ohio's HB 96 budget bill is stirring controversy as it introduces contentious amendments without public input. Although it seeks to bolster K-12 education, it fails to adequately support the fair school funding plan. Additionally, new provisions threaten to slash property tax revenues for districts, igniting fears of state overreach and insufficient funding for public school transportation.