Nevada lawmakers celebrated a $2.6 billion increase in the K-12 budget, pushing it to a historical high of $12 billion in 2023. However, this still falls short of the recommended amount by $4,000 per pupil annually. A commission recommended changes such as reducing property tax breaks and expanding the sales tax base to improve education funding, but there is resistance from leaders. Many Democrats declined to comment on these recommendations. The Nevada State Education Association is pushing for the adoption of these recommendations to address teacher shortages, increase pay, and reduce achievement gaps. The report suggests generating revenue by phasing out property tax abatements and adding sales tax to untaxed items. Education advocates believe these changes are crucial for the future of Nevada’s education system. Despite some skepticism, experts argue that tracking student success will prove that investing in education is beneficial. The road to increased education funding in Nevada remains challenging.
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