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XGR-ILLINOIS BUDGET-EDUCATION CUTS
SPRINGFIELD — A new document released by Senate Democrats shows that many of the state's 860 school districts would endure serious funding cuts next year — but a few would actually gain — if lawmakers allow the state's temporary income tax hike to be rolled back as scheduled. Chicago Public Schools would see a $173 million decrease in funding and Waukegan schools would see a $4.5 million cut, but Carpentersville's schools would see a boost in funds because it would appear "poorer" under the state's current funding formula, according to the calculations by the State Board of Education. The release of the list is part of the Democrats' campaign to extend the income tax hike, but Republicans say they exaggerate how deep the cuts might be. By Kerry Lester. UPCOMING: 600 words, photo.
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