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Public school funding will be a major issue in Kansas politics as the current finance formula expires in 2027.

Several GOP candidates for governor believe schools are inappropriately funded and argue that higher spending is not being matched by educational outcomes.

Republican gubernatorial candidates are divided on school choice, with some opposing taxpayer-funded vouchers.

Public school funding is likely to be a significant political issue for the next governor, and Republican primary candidates are starting to shape their positions.

The current K-12 education funding formula — which was developed in response to court orders — expires on July 1, 2027. While lawmakers already have a task force that is in the early stages of shaping the next school finance formula

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