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Statehouse roundup, 2.22.24: Senate kills library bill

INSIDE: New bill would allow school boards to shutter libraries; lawmakers consider creating a new office of early childhood

School choice proponent appointed to committee that’s weighing school choice bill

Rep. Judy Boyle says the abrupt appointment was unrelated to the pending tax credit bill.

Statehouse roundup, 1.31.24: Bill to arm teachers easily clears House after lengthy debate

MORE INSIDE: New bill would create geographic regions for State Board of Education appointees.

Charter school overhaul clears major hurdle, advances to House

Supporters say the bill strikes a balance between supporting charter schools and holding them accountable.

Statehouse roundup, 1.24.24: Republicans advance bill to arm school staff

INSIDE: New bill would pay teachers for classroom expenses.

Statehouse roundup, 1.23.24: New charter school overhaul bill introduced

The new version of the bill has grown to 36 pages, which didn’t assuage lawmakers concerned by its breadth.

Statehouse roundup, 1.22.24: Republican introduces bill to arm school employees

INSIDE: A bill would bar universities from asking job applicants to ascribe to “diversity statements,” and West Bonner has inspired another bill.

No, the Blaine Amendment isn’t ‘null and void.’ Here’s why

Five Idaho attorneys general since 1989 have been asked to analyze a constitutional provision that bars religious schools from getting state funds.

Governor claims Idaho ranks in the Top 10 for starting teacher pay. That’s a stretch

Idaho Education News analyzed five years of salary data to find the truth.

Statehouse roundup, 1.10.24: New bill to restrict library material introduced

The legislation calls for $250 in statutory damages for libraries that fail to comply.