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Lawmakers revive elements of defeated props
Many lawmakers said the November repeal of the 2011 education laws carried unintended consequences. Others said revival of the laws went too far.
A busy summer ahead on K-12 issues
The 2013 Legislature has adjourned, but a governor’s task force and a legislative committee will spend the off-season scrutinizing education issues. Here’s a look at what to expect.
Luna reflects on 2013 legislative session
In an interview with Idaho Education News, the public schools chief said education groups showed leadership and a willingness to work together.
Recapping and reviewing the 2013 Legislature
What did the 2013 Legislature mean for education? Plenty. Here are the highlights.
Legislature passes school budget
Both the House and Senate passed a $1.308 billion K-12 education budget Thursday morning, setting up the end of the 2013 legislative session.
Education task force meetings set
The governor’s education task force is hitting the road, starting next week. Get the schedule here — and learn how to get engaged and stay informed.
Budget fix sails through houses
After a whirlwind day, a bill designed to break the K-12 budget impasse whisks through both houses and heads to Gov. Butch Otter’s desk.
Deja vu: New school budget mirrors old one
A new — and virtually identical — public schools budget will be up for a vote Thursday morning.
Charter bills clear House again
The House signed off on Senate amendments to two charter schools bills — sending both to Gov. Butch Otter’s desk.
Going-home bill aims to resolve K-12 impasse
In order to adjourn, possibly by Thursday, legislative budget writers must still draft and pass a 2013-14 public school budget.