

The State of State Funding in KY
December 2023

12.05.2023
STATE FUNDING CRISIS
The lack of state funding to local school districts in Kentucky is causing a crisis in public education throughout our state. In the video below, you'll hear a brief introduction from Dr. Bacon regarding the current status of public education here in the Commonwealth as well as some simple things you can do to help address this critical issue.
WHAT IS BUYING POWER?
In this clip, Dr. Bacon provides some important background information around "buying power" and how dollars today compare to their purchasing power in years past.
GETTING OUR FUNDING "BACK ON TRACK"
In this clip, Dr. Bacon shares how state funding amounts have fallen consistently over the last 15 years. In order to get public education in Kentucky back on track, we must advocate for the legislature to provide additional funding to our schools!
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
Representative Emily Callaway
Email: emily.callaway@lrc.ky.gov
Phone: 502-564-8100
Representative Thomas Huff
Email: thomas.huff@lrc.ky.gov
Phone: 502-564-8100
Representative Russell Webber
Email: russell.webber@lrc.ky.gov
Phone: 502-564-8100
Senator Mike Nemes
Email: mike.nemes@lrc.ky.gov
Phone: 502-564-8100