The state budget for FY 2026-27 finally passed, and it delivers major wins for PSEA members, students, and retirees. Aaron and Jeff sit down with PSEA’s Dan Wiedemer and Chris Lilienthal to break down the $565 million boost in adequacy and equity funding, expanded student teacher stipends, and the long-awaited COLA for pre-Act 9 retirees. Plus: what didn’t make the cut, and what’s next.
The state budget for FY 2026-27 finally passed, and it delivers major wins for PSEA members, students, and retirees. Aaron and Jeff sit down with PSEA’s Dan Wiedemer and Chris Lilienthal to break down the $565 million boost in adequacy and equity funding, expanded student teacher stipends, and the long-awaited COLA for pre-Act 9 retirees. Plus: what didn’t make the cut, and what’s next.
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