Schools & Kids
Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Wheaton
Illinois Lawmakers Unveil Bills to Bridge School Funding Gap by 2027
State Sen. Graciela Guzmán and Rep. Will Davis introduced legislation Thursday to tackle Illinois' persistent K-12 funding shortfalls, targeting mandated services like transportation and counseling. The bills aim to fulfill the 2017 Evidence-Based Funding promise of 100% adequacy by 2027 amid concerns the state is falling short. Advocates say full implementation could require $3.9 billion more annually.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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