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Republicans Pushing For Unfunded Mandate Relief

Legislation to eliminate restrictions on school districts contracting with third parties would free up millions of dollars to invest back in the classroom, according to Illinois’ governor.

Governor Bruce Rauner says the goal is to allow for flexibility and get more funds into the the classroom by giving school districts the ability to contract with third parties. Republican State Senator Jason Barickman says the legislation would allow local districts to make the best choices on where to spend limited resources for various services.

In a statement Democratic Senator Don Harmon said school districts may contract with third-party providers already, but the vendors need to demonstrate they will achieve savings through better business practices, and quote “not just by cutting the bus drivers’ wages or taking health insurance away from the lunch ladies.”

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