Rep. Humphrey Announces $22.2 Billion for Schools Under the Fair School Funding Plan

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna Humphrey (D-Columbus) today announced that the Ohio Controlling Board has released a $22.2 billion funding appropriation for school districts across Ohio. Thanks to the House Democrats fighting for school funding in the budget process, the formula is continuing to be implemented with updated 2022 data, increasing the state’s commitment to public education.

“I am extremely proud of what our caucus has been able to do for Ohio’s children. The classroom is where our children spend a third of their day. It’s where they grow, learn, and ultimately become the person they will be to the world. Being so, it was imperative that my colleagues and I ensure Ohio schools get a fair share of the budget,” said Rep. Humphrey.

The Fair School Funding Plan has been a Democratic priority for six years, and finally became law in the FY22-23 state operating budget. 

The Democratic Caucus also succeeded in funding a study to determine the true additional cost of educating an economically disadvantaged student. Nearly half of Ohio’s children are considered to be economically disadvantaged.