Oklahoma lawmakers unveil budget, including $4 billion education investment

Parties clash over education money

OKLAHOMA CITY — Millions of dollars' worth of appropriations outlined in the state's fiscal year 2027 budget unveiled Wednesday reflect a primary goal of lawmakers — to lift Oklahoma out of the nation's cellar when it comes to education outcomes.

Oklahoma lawmakers unveil budget, including $4 billion education investment

Oklahoma state leaders revealed a $4 billion investment in education, sparking mixed reactions from Republicans and Democrats.

Oklahoma leaders struck a budget deal. What will they spend on education?

Gov. Kevin Stitt speaks at a news conference Wednesday with legislative leaders to announce details of the Fiscal Year 2027 state budget at the state Capitol in Oklahoma City. (Photo by Nuria Martinez-Keel/Oklahoma Voice)OKLAHOMA CITY — A proposed Oklahoma state budget would push public education spending north of $4 billion while teacher wages, school days and private school tax credits grow. The budget agreement between the House, Senate and g…

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Legislative leaders on Wednesday announced a nearly $12.79 billion state budget agreement that includes teacher pay raises, increased funding for health care agencies and adjustments to state employee pensions.