Raleigh, N.C. Several House Democrats say the state lottery windfall from the Powerball frenzy earlier this year should be used to help keep teachers in North Carolina classrooms.
The record-high Powerball jackpot in January boosted ticket sales $39 million over projections. By statute, that money has to be spent this year, and it cannot be used for recurring expenses such as salaries.
Gov. Pat McCrory’s budget proposal puts the money into textbooks and classroom supplies. But sponsors of House Bill 1031 say it could be better used to help slow teacher turnover, especially among younger teachers.
Under the proposal…
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