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West Texas Lawmaker Introduces Legislation To Repeal The Robinhood Plan
By Mitch Borden Take from the rich and give to the poor. That’s the idea behind “recapture” — the state’s education funding strategy that’s more commonly known as the “Robin Hood” plan. The plan redistributes a portion of property tax … Continue reading
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Tagged 2019 Legislative Session, Education Funding, Education Funding Reform, Land Rich, Permian Basin, Recapture, Robin Hood, Robin Hood Plan
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Band Will Be Cut at Marfa I.S.D., Superintendent Explains Budget Struggles
Reports recently surfaced that Marfa I.S.D.’s band program may have to be cut soon due to a sizable budget deficit at the district. CBS 7 reported that the district is facing a nearly $400,000 deficit, due in large part to the … Continue reading
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Tagged Economics, education, Education Funding, marfa, Marfa ISD, Property Values, Taxes
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