Colorado Governor Proposes K-12 Funding Increase, Outcome Contingent on Election

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has unveiled his final budget plan, proposing a $212.1 million increase for K-12 schools, raising per-pupil funding to $12,814. This would bring statewide education spending to approximately $10.4 billion. However, the actual implementation of this funding is dependent on the results of Tuesday's election, which will determine the next governor's budget priorities and the outcome of ballot measures impacting state education funds.