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Law requires schools to provide supplies for kids who can't afford it, but schools already face major budget woes
Posted: 08.23.2011 at 10:52 AM Updated: 08.23.2011 at 3:05 PM
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Michigan law requires schools to provide supplies for kids who can't afford them.  / file photo
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Who should be responsible for ensuring children have the supplies they need: the school or the family?

A Michigan law says schools are required to provide supplies if a child can't afford it, but with the latest budget cuts schools might not be able to afford the extra cost either.

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Who should be responsible for ensuring children have the supplies they need?

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