Education comprises more than 50 percent of state spending; therefore, if lawmakers refuse to add new revenues to the state budget, the likely consequences for years to come are: larger class sizes in K-12 schools, less school days for some K-12 schools, more adjunct faculty at colleges and universities instead of full-time faculty, cuts in pay for teachers and instructors, and less supportive services such as tutoring, advising, and professional development. Download the PDF.

GBPI Responds to Governor Kemp Signing of FY 2026 Budget
“Georgia’s FY 2026 budget marks meaningful progress on issues from providing enhanced support for students