Education

Critics say federal vouchers could cost Virginia public schools up to $956 million

Before leaving office, former Gov. Glenn Youngkin opted Virginia in to a new federal school voucher program. Critics estimate it could cost the state’s public schools up to $956 million a year. Now, Gov. Abigail Spanberger, who campaigned against diverting money from public education, has until 2027 to decide whether to back out.



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