Teachers and guards benefit in Bryant budget plan

JACKSON ( WCBI) Governor Phil Bryant released his budget plan for the next fiscal year later Thursday afternoon.

Bryant says  this proposed budget contains no cuts to any agency budgets and increases in several areas.  The Governor wants the legislature to set aside $50 million to fund a teacher pay raise phased in over two years.   Corrections officers would also see a pay raise under the governor’s proposed budget.   Other highlights include a trooper school and more funding for DHS.    You can look at his complete plan here

FY2020 Executive Budget Recommendation

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