By Westmoreland Review |
Apr 4, 2024
Rep. Jill Cooper, representing the 55th District of Pennsylvania, has raised concerns over a recent proposal that she believes could lead to increased school property taxes. The proposal in question, House Bill 1665, would mandate changes in how school counselors operate, limiting the time they can spend on tasks not directly related to student guidance.Expressing her reservations, Rep. Cooper highlighted the potential challenges of unfunded mandates on local governments, stating, "Understanding the hardships with unfunded mandates, I have several concerns with Harrisburg...