State Rep. Mike Sturla is at the table fighting for the needs of Lancaster residents during this year's budget negotiations. The poor economy has made this year's budget the most difficult in decades. After rejecting S.B. 850 and its draconian cuts, House Democrats are considering every option to reduce excess and fund the programs that Pennsylvanians depend on. Click below to see what he has to say about the ongoing negotiation process.

 Rep. Sturla talks about the governor's proposal for more budget cuts and a temporary tax increase.

 Policy Chairman Sturla discusses moving the state budget process forward after participating in a rare joint House/Senate Caucus meeting with Gov. Ed Rendell.

Education Committee Approves Special Ed Bill

On July 1, the House Education Committee approved Rep. Mike Sturla’s legislation (H.B.704) that would implement a new formula to make Pennsylvania's special education funding more equitable. Click below to learn more about the plan to ensure all students receive a quality education.

• School Districts Funding Breakdown

• List of Supporting Organizations

• 2007 Special Education Costing-Out Study Summary