A lower-than-expected revenue surplus could delay extra funding for a private school voucher program.
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North Carolina Senate OKs $500M for expanded private school vouchers
The North Carolina Senate has approved legislation to set aside roughly $500 million more — for now — for programs that provide taxpayer money to help K-12 students attend private schools. The majority-Republican Senate voted Thursday along party lines to spend the money, almost all of which will cover a surge in demand for Opportunity Scholarship grants.
Dan Forest Calls For An Expanded School Voucher Program
Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest is promoting expanded school choice as part of his push to win the Republican nomination for governor in 2020.
NC School Voucher Fund Grows While Millions Of Dollars Are Left Unspent
Concerns are growing about state funds bolstering a school voucher program even as millions of dollars are being left unspent.
Senate Democrats Plan All-Night Push To Rally Against Trump's Education Pick
Right now, Betsy DeVos just barely has enough votes to be confirmed after two Senate Republicans announced last week they won't support her nomination.
NC Supreme Court Rules For School Vouchers
The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled Thursday afternoon that North Carolina can use public tax dollars to help children attend private and religious schools.
Private School Enrollment Up In First Year of Voucher Program
Private school enrollment in North Carolina is trending upward.
Oral Arguments Set To Begin In NC School Vouchers Lawsuit
The North Carolina Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Feb.
North Carolina's School Vouchers Can Now Be Used
Public tax dollars can fund Opportunity Scholarships, says North Carolina Court of Appeals.