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Budget reactions: Charter schools blast Snyder, Republicans still want tax cuts

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Governor Rick Snyder’s proposed budget brought mixed reactions, in some cases from his own party.

Snyder presented the budget proposal today.

While there was a lot for Lansing Democrats to love – like increased spending in a variety of government programs – other groups came away frustrated.

   Some charter school advocates blasted the governor’s proposal saying not enough money is available for so-called “innovative” schools.

   But state superintendent Brian Whiston  says the budget is a success for Michigan’s education goals.

 

“So the governor’s budget I think goes a long way to making us a top 10 performing state.”

   House Republicans also didn’t get everything they wanted. Snyder’s proposal has no mention of an income tax cut that some House Republicans have made a priority.