APPROPRIATIONS – PUBLIC SCHOOLS – Relates to the appropriation to the Public Schools Educational Support Program for fiscal year 2027.

Summary

The bill appropriates $3.13 billion from the Public School Income Fund, federal grants and other state sources to fund six divisions of the Public Schools Educational Support Program for the July 1 2026‑June 30 2027 period. It earmarks $13.75 million for teacher and pupil‑service staff professional development and adds a $6,359 per‑cell increase for instructional and pupil‑service compensation. The State Department of Education will distribute the money, track its use, and report to the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee.

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