Lamont proposes $54 million more in special ed aid

Lamont proposes $54 million more in special ed aid. Here’s why and what it would do.
With costs reaching more than $100,000 per year for some students, Gov. Ned Lamont called Monday for an additional $50 million for special education to help communities shoulder the cost. Lamont
Gov. Ned Lamont proposes increasing special education funding by $54 million in CT. Is it enough?
Gov. Ned Lamont announced his budget proposal will include an increase in support for municipalities to provide special education services.
Lamont to propose $54M increase in special education funding
The budget proposal will include a $40 million increase in special education funding and a $14 million grant to develop in-district programs.
Gov. Lamont unveils $55 billion, 2-year state budget proposal
CONNECTICUT, USA — Gov. Ned Lamont introduced his $55.2 billion, two-year budget proposal Wednesday. It highlighted funding for education, housing and healthcare, but also opened up the session to a big debate over the fiscal guardrails. “Our proposed budget is our best effort to stay true to our Connecticut values,” Lamont said.
Lamont’s Pledge Of Additional Funding For Special Education Is Welcomed, But Isn’t Nearly Enough
Following an announcement from Gov. Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker that the state would be increasing funding for special education by $40 million in 2027, a key Democrat on the appropriations committee put the number in perspective.
Gov. Lamont proposes $54 million increase in state aid for special education services
Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) rolled out a two-year, $54 million proposal to increase state aid for special education services on Monday.
Parents stress importance of out-of-district special education placements
Special education is getting a financial boost here in Connecticut. Governor Ned Lamont is proposing more money for it in his ...
'Not nearly enough': Governor Lamont's budget proposal worries some state education leaders, advocates
State officials and education advocates worry Gov. Lamont's budget proposal is not enough to fully support Connecticut schools.
K-12, higher education leaders see challenges in governor’s budget proposal
The budget did not include as much for K-12 schools as educators wanted and left UConn and CSCU bracing for the loss of ...
Governor Ned Lamont to present new budget Wednesday
Governor Ned Lamont is set to present a new budget Wednesday at the state capital. He plans to make helping students with ...
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With focus on universal pre-K, Lamont unveils proposal for CT's next 2-year budget
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Full Text Of Gov. Lamont’s FY 2026-27 Biennial Budget Address
Gov. Ned Lamont on Wednesday addressed the joint session of the Connecticut General Assembly. Here is his full speech: For ...
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Lamont’s budget proposal includes free breakfast for students, boosted property tax credit
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) presented his $55.2 billion biennium budget to the General Assembly on Wednesday, which ...