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California schools, despite a $10 billion bond for repairs, face a funding crisis due to overwhelming project requests. The bond, passed in 2024, has been maxed out, with only $1.3 billion allocated for 325 projects since 2021. The process is slow, with state agencies reviewing plans and the allocation board voting. Experts like Sara Hinkley from UC Berkeley warn of a massive backlog, with poorer areas getting shortchanged due to wealthier districts with higher property values matching more funds. A lawsuit seeks to halt further distributions until the formula changes for fairness. Voters approved over $45 billion in local bonds last year, but demand keeps growing, so its crucial to track the spend.

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