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Special education funding at the forefront of Joint Finance Committee executive session

The Joint Finance Committee held an executive session to discuss special education funding, focusing on a proposal to increase reimbursements to school districts. The current reimbursement rate is 33.3% of eligible costs, and there is a push to raise it to 60% over the next few years. Advocates argue that increased funding is essential to provide adequate services and support for students with special needs. The committee also considered the financial implications of such an increase on the state budget, with some members expressing concerns about the sustainability of higher reimbursements. No final decisions were made during the session, but the topic remains a priority for future discussions.

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[ https://www.wbay.com/2025/06/12/special-education-funding-forefront-joint-finance-committee-executive-session/ ]