By South Central PA News |
Dec 1, 2023
Dec. 01, 2023 - In a move that has sparked controversy and debate, House Democrats have rejected funding for students in failing public schools in Pennsylvania. The disagreement over school funding has not only hindered the progress of the budget but has also put the future of students in underperforming schools at risk.The issue arose when the budget bill, which had already been passed in the House in early June, was sent to the Senate for amendments. The Senate proposed including $100 million in lifeline scholarships that would allow students in failing schools to...