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LAUSD passes $21B budget plan, spending more money than it has
By Mariana Dale at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
The second-largest school district in the country reports that 67% of its 1,300 school buses rely on non-diesel fuels including propane, natural gas and electricity. (Mariana Dale / LAist)The Los Angeles Unified School Board approved a nearly $21 billion spending plan Tuesday for the next school...
Key takeaway (Mariana Dale / LAist)The Los Angeles Unified School Board approved a nearly $21 billion spending plan Tuesday for the next school year.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Unified School District's looming budget deficit has significant implications for the local community, particularly in terms of job security and the potential impact on the local economy. With the district facing a projected deficit of $3.6 billion by the 2028-29 school year, the proposed fiscal stabilization plan's likely elimination of thousands of jobs will not only affect district employees but also have a ripple effect on the surrounding community. The fact that the district will have to rely on reserves for the third consecutive year to cover the shortfall raises concerns about the long-term sustainability of the district's finances. As the board votes on the $21 billion spending plan, residents should be watching closely to see how the district plans to address the deficit and mitigate the impact on local jobs and the community. The district's ability to manage its finances will have far-reaching consequences for the city's education system and economy.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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