TREND: Sales Tax Increase for School Finance. 3 Key Informed Intel.

Which state is considering a 1cent increase in sales tax dedicated to public education? Oklahoma

Where did the sales tax for education idea orignate? A coalition of teachers, students, and education groups led by University of Oklahoma President David Boren 

What specifically will the sales tax increase cover? 70% will be dedicated to teacher salary increase of $5000. The tax  is estimated to increase education funding by $615 million a year. 

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