Officials with MSSU are again considering tuition hikes in response to unknown budget cuts coming out of Jefferson City. Gov. Nixon had proposed cutting funding for higher education no more than $50 million. In return, colleges and universities around the state would agree NOT to raise tuition.
But now, with the budget in the hands of the Senate, it is unclear if such a “cap” on cuts proposed by Nixon will withstand the Senate sword.
Since the Senate will be making changes to the the budget, any cuts put forth and approved by the Senate will have to be worked out in conference. Time will tell if the cuts for higher education do or do not happen.
A complete summary of the issues can be found in today’s Joplin Globe.
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