As Illinois enters 10th year under Evidence-Based Funding model, equity remains an elusive goal
Illinois school finance data shows some improvement on spending equity; tax inequities persist.
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Illinois school finance data shows some improvement on spending equity; tax inequities persist.
New spending in the budget is minimal as expected revenue growth slows.
Evaluating Illinois’ Evidence-Based Funding model at the 10-year mark.
Changes in federal social programs could threaten school funding in low-income areas.
The plan includes new taxes on social media companies but keeps spending relatively flat from the current year.
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