The Oklahoma State Department of Education says a second round of budgetary cuts will be canceled, thanks to additional funds found in the state's 1017 fund.
State budgeters found an additional $43 million in the fund, which is designed to fund public education through a series of sales taxes, including taxes on cigarettes and gambling. The money would free up $19 million for schools immediately.
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Local experts say the $19 million won't stop future cuts from happening.
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