Alabama's state school board signs off on $6.8 billion spending plan
Alabama's education board endorsed a request for nearly $6.8 billion, up 4% from the current year, to fund literacy, school safety and transportation.
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What happened
The Alabama State Board of Education approved a budget request of nearly $6.8 billion for fiscal year 2028. The request is 4% higher than the current year's budget.
Why it matters
The request would direct more funding toward literacy, school safety, career readiness and student transportation.
Timeline
- Oct 11, 7:00 PM ET: The state board backed a nearly $6.8 billion budget request that prioritizes reading and school safety.
- Oct 13, 5:10 PM ET: The board formally approved the $6.8 billion request for fiscal year 2028 on Thursday.
Coverage
- Alabama State Board of Education approves $6.8 billion budget request for 2028 (timesfreepress.com)
- Alabama board backs $6.8 billion school budget, prioritizing reading and school safety (al.com)
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