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| 2008-09 Budget
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The Governor’s Budget for 2008–09 Proposes Historic Cuts for Education
February 5, 2008
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proposed budget for 2008–09 has sent shock waves through the education community. He has recommended a $4.8 billion cut for K-14 education, on top of a $400 million reduction for education in the current year. The net effect is about $750 less per student than K-12 education would normally receive or about $18,750 per classroom.
On Jan. 10, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger released a proposed budget for 2008–09 that includes cuts for most state programs, but hits education particularly hard. His proposal calls for the suspension of Proposition 98—the state’s minimum funding guarantee for public schools and community colleges—in order to help address a $14.5 billion state budget shortfall. The proposed cuts are the largest ever contemplated for public schools in California. Along with the budget release, the governor declared a fiscal emergency that will affect funding in the current year. Consistent with new regulations approved by voters in Proposition 58, the Legislature is required to act quickly to address the current budget problem.
This brief describes the governor’s proposal and outlines the immediate impacts it is expected to have on California school districts as they complete this school year and plan for the next.
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| Explanations and Commentary
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Los Angeles Times: "State Democrats determined to raise taxes."
This March 5th article quotes State Senator Don Perata and Governor Schwarzenegger on the subject of raising taxes as part of the budget solution.
Teleconference - LAO analysis of Governor's budget.
The Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team streamed a live teleconference of the LAO's analysis of the proposed 2008-09 budget. In addition to Liz Hill, the Legislative Analyst, the February 25th telecast included other education policy experts as well as questions from the audience.
California Budget Project: County and District Impacts
On February 25, the California Budget Project released an analysis of how the proposed budget cuts would affect each of California’s public schools. They provide a county-by-county summary plus detailed revenue projections for every school district.
Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning: Impact on Teacher Quality
In its March 2008 Center View commentary, the Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (CFTL) relates the current state budget situation, and impending teacher layoffs, to the state’s long term efforts to improve teacher quality.
Legislative Analyst's Office: Analysis and Alternatives
The Legislative Analyst's Office reports on the state's gap between revenues and expenditures, and proposes solutions. They also have a briefing that reports specifically on Proposition 98, and includes projections. The LAO overview of the governor's budget has been released. The LAO also released an alternative budget plan on February 20, 2008.
Superintendent of Public Instruction: Comments on the Proposed Budget
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell comments on the governor's proposed budget. (January 10, 2008)
California Budget Project: Budget Summary
The nonprofit, nonpartisan California Budget Project (CBP) summarizes the proposed budget, including its education provisions. (January 11, 2008)
California Department of Finance: Budget Summary
The California Department of Finance provides a summary of the governor's proposed budget, as well as detailed information about specific agencies and program areas, on its budget website.
Governor's Education Website
The governor's education site discusses reform ideas mentioned in his State of the State speech. The site also includes a video blog by Secretary of Education David Long.
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Additional Information on School Finance
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EdSource's school finance publications provide context for understanding the upcoming proposals and debates related to the 2008-09 budget.
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Questions?
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Do you have questions about the budget and school funding that you would like to see addressed on this website?
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