Supreme Court justices had some pointed questions for an attorney representing the state in a lawsuit over school funding. At issue is whether lawmakers have done enough to reduce funding disparities among school districts.
Justice Dan Biles expressed frustration that lawsuits over education funding have been going on for years and the latest solution from lawmakers appears to be just a one-year solution.
“How many years do we operate unconstitutionally before we say the music’s got to stop and we got to quit dancing?” Biles said.
The state's attorney, Stephen McAllister, said some school districts received more aid under the latest funding plan. He also argued that lawmakers reduced financial inequalities among schools.
“I do think that the Legislature acted in good faith in a tough budget year trying to do what it can,” McAllister said.
An attorney for school districts suing the state said lawmakers still haven't fixed the issue. Alan Rupe said more money should be added to help reduce funding disparities.
