PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota lawmakers are approving former Governor Kristi Noem’s suggested increase for education funding. Before Noem left office, she gave the number of one-point-two-five percent in her final budget proposal, and that is now official. Many state educators are expressing disappointment since funding was increased by at least four percent or more in each of the last three years. The initial hope from advocates was three percent. A spokesperson for the South Dakota Education Association says some schools may have to make cuts to get through these tough financial times.
SD Education Funding Increase Approved
South Dakota lawmakers have approved a 1.25% increase in education funding, as proposed by former Governor Kristi Noem in her final budget. While the increase is now official, many educators are expressing disappointment, as funding had been raised by at least 4% in each of the past three years. Advocates had hoped for a 3% increase, and now, with tighter financial conditions, some schools may face the difficult decision of making budget cuts to navigate these challenging times.
