Bucks County schools could see a significant financial reprieve, thanks to a bill that includes proposed changes in charter school funding, writes Bethany Rodgers for USA Today.  

Pennsylvania’s General Assembly is moving closer to reforming how public-school districts fund charter schools, a move that could save Bucks County districts a whopping $15.7 million annually.  

This push for change has gained momentum with bipartisan support in the House and backing from Gov. Josh Shapiro, emphasizing charter funding reform as a key agenda item. 

The proposed legislation aims to reduce the financial burden on public schools by altering tuition payments to cyber charters, potentially saving Pennsylvania schools nearly $456 million each year. 

For Bucks County, officials say the savings could help address urgent needs, from upgrading facilities to enhancing educational programs, without increasing local property taxes or cutting essential services. 

Read more about how Bucks County public school districts could save millions in the Bucks County Courier Times.  

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