Funding for students learning English has been increased by $12.5 million. However, a significant gap remains, as some students are excluded from this funding. Researchers note that most states provide funding for English language learner services, but one state stands out for excluding certain students.

Students who are close to being proficient in English may still require support, as they can be conversational but struggle with academic work. Further information on this issue is available from the original publisher. The funding increase is a recent development, but its impact is limited by the existing gap in support for certain students.