Lawmakers will consider a proposed school funding formula that would direct more state money to poorer rural districts--at the expense of wealthier suburban ones.
The issue is expected to come up at a hearing this afternoon. The legislation would overhaul the school funding formula.
There's been widespread agreement it should be changed, but disagreement over how. The fate of the measure hinges on equal opportunity for students and the efficient use of tax dollars.
Opponents say the plan unfairly penalizes districts able to spend more money on students because of rich property tax bases.