A proposed educational voucher plan in Alabama would give parents thousands of dollars annually in public funds to pay for private school or homeschooling expenses for their child. alnews alpolitics alschools wakanews
Republican lawmakers in Alabama are proposing giving parents thousands of dollars in publicly funded education vouchers to pay for private school or homeschooling expenses for their child, the latest in a wave of GOP school choice proposals across the country this year.
During the public hearing, opponents argued the plan would reduce public education funding while giving no assurances that children would receive a quality education. The Legislative Services Agency estimated that it could cost the education budget $576.1 million if 5% of eligible public school students participated.
The bill also drew support from conservative groups who argued parents are frustrated with public schools and want options for how — and where — their children receive an education. “I would argue that parents are uniquely qualified to pick the best option for their child,” Banister said.
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