Throughout history, kids haven't been able to access equal education based on the conditions and budget of their schools. My goal is to ensure all students are able to get a good education and equal education opportunities. Statewide spending per student on special education programs increased about 14.3 percent annually since 1992, while spending on regular classroom instruction increased by 3 percent annually. Fifth special legislative session held in Sept. 2002 refers 3-year state income tax increase to voters at a special election Jan. 28, 2003. In all, revenues have fallen $1.8 billion (17%) from what lawmakers expected they would be when they approved the 2001-2003 state budget in July 2001. This means, even if voters approve the income tax increase, revenues will fall $126 million short of paying for 2001-2003 approved state programs. The shortfall comes on top of $310 million in budget cuts scheduled to take effect if voters reject the temporary income tax increase. By signing this petition you are helping me reach my goal of students be able to access their right to a good education and equal opportunities. Regardless of what school a student is attending, they should be able to get the same education as every other student.