Arizona’s DES needed legislative OK to spend the federal money. Meanwhile, nearly 500 children of the working poor are on a waiting list for child care.
Arizona lawmakers pass new budget; Ducey signs off on teacher pay raises
The Republican majority, however, rejected multiple attempts by Democrats to add more money to the budget for public education, including the expansion of school employees who could be eligible for a raise.
Arizona lawmakers take steps for 20 percent teacher pay hike, but not necessarily for all
Rather than giving each teacher 20%, districts would receive a bulk amount to distribute.