I am unsure why there is still debate in the media surrounding Missouri’s House Bill 1886. It is one of the more philanthropic pieces of legislation to be introduced in the House in some time. Simply put, it allows for a scholarship fund to help children diagnosed with special needs, such as kids with Asperger’s or Autism, go to schools that are more adequately suited for their needs.
Many of these children don’t get the services they require in their current schools, and their families are unable to afford more adept schooling. House Bill 1886 would create a scholarship program to which private citizens could donate, receiving a tax credit in return for their good will. The money would be administered by the state and distributed by scholarship granting organizations.
I hope to see Representative Paul LeVota coming down in fovor of this bill; I know he has made education on of his top priorities.
These are vulnerable children and families that need the help of every legislator.
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