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Statehouse roundup, 4.2.24: As session resumes, an omnibus school ‘trailer’ bill rolls through House
Also, funding for the budding Launch program has cleared the Legislature.
Boise school board selects longtime teacher, administrator as new trustee
Trustees said they looked for a candidate who could “hit the ground running” during their brief term.
Constitutional concerns hang over blockbuster facilities bill
But a challenge to House Bill 521, which could give schools billions for urgent building needs, is unlikely.
Modern CTE facilities will boost prospects in rural Idaho
In New Plymouth, some students stay in school just to weld in the high school’s career technical education agriculture program.
Facing HB 521 uncertainties, Pocatello trustees make split decision to press on with $33 million bond ask
The bond, if passed, will go toward rebuilding Highland High, which partially burned down last year.
Statehouse roundup, 3.29.24: Pronouns bill advances as session extends into next week
Also, the House approved three public school budgets, including one with $215 million meant for property tax relief.
West Bonner forensic audit finds no improprieties
The district’s previous school board approved the audit last summer on the advice of former school leader Branden Durst.
At the Statehouse, a week marked by debates over diversity and racism
Issues of race and diversity were woven through the 12th week of the 2024 legislative session. Here’s how it all unfolded.
Analysis: If the Phoenix deal died Wednesday, it didn’t die suddenly
The University of Idaho says it is still considering its options to pursue the University of Phoenix purchase. But the U of I’s options appear to be limited.
Statehouse roundup, 3.28.24: Senate rejects summer lunch program funding
INSIDE: Launch sideboards advance, lawmakers publicize forthcoming plan to activate school facilities funding.