New Ballot Proposal to Boost Education
7.15.2022 –The Line Panel explores an upcoming ballot initiative that would pull more money from New Mexico’s Land Grant Permanent Fund for use in education. That money would specifically target early childhood education, helping struggling students, extending the school year, and teacher compensation.
Host: Gene Grant
Line Opinion Panelists:
Merritt Allen, Vox Optima Public Relations
Sophie Martin, attorney
Michael Bird, public health consultant
For More Information:
Push to Tap NM Land Grant Permanent Fund for Education – Source NM
NM School Trust Feels Pressure, Voters Weigh Changes – KOB
Tribal Leaders Encourage Voters to Support School Fund on Ballot – KRQE