❌ SB191
Regards disadvantaged pupil impact aid for certain schools
Summary
The bill establishes a program for disadvantaged pupil impact aid for chartered nonpublic schools participating in state scholarship programs. It requires the Department of Education and Workforce to calculate and distribute funds based on the number of economically disadvantaged scholarship students enrolled. Participating schools must use the funds for specific initiatives such as reading improvement, mental health services, and school safety measures, and report on their expenditures annually.
Rationale
The bill involves government funding for private education, which may conflict with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention in education and free market solutions. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize parental control and free market education, suggesting that government aid may not align with their ideals.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over education funding
- Potential for cronyism in the allocation of funds
- Dependency on government funding for private schools