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FY27 Budget Fully Funds MCPS at $3.8 Billion

County Executive Mar 14, 2026
FromPress Release - Montgomery County, MD
Email“Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Proposes FY27 Operating Budget”
ReceivedMar 14, 2026
The FY27 recommended budget allocates $3.8 billion in total operating funding for Montgomery County Public Schools, an increase of $189.9 million over FY26 and more than half of the County's total tax-supported budget. The County's own contribution rises by $179.6 million and exceeds the State's Maintenance of Effort requirement by more than $202.8 million. Funding includes full compensation agreements for teachers and staff, additional special education support, and 28 security officers at elementary schools.
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