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Statehouse roundup, 2.2.23: School choice debate continues; Yamamoto pushes facilities issue
“We contend very strongly that Idaho has a lot of school choice,” Greg Wilson, state superintendent Debbie Critchfield’s chief of staff, said Thursday.
A behind-the-scenes look at another U of I abortion controversy
The University of Idaho became a flashpoint in the national abortion debate in late September. But even before that, the issue has put the U of I on the defensive. Here’s what we learned.
Statehouse roundup, 2.1.23: Critchfield makes her pitch for CTE funding
The state superintendent is at the Statehouse Wednesday, urging lawmakers to build up career-technical infrastructure at the K-12 level.
Statehouse roundup, 1.31.23: Post-high school incentive program clears a hurdle; school choice bill introduced
In other news: A House committee introduces a bill to eliminate March and August school elections.
Statehouse roundup, 1.25.23: Critchfield looks to put her imprint on the K-12 budget
On the broad spending issues, the state superintendent and Gov. Brad Little are in agreement. But a few differences emerged Wednesday.
Statehouse roundup, 1.24.23: In a rocky presentation, Tromp leaves budget questions unanswered
Lawmakers began diving into higher education budgets Tuesday morning — and had a lot of questions about spending at the state’s largest university.
Statehouse roundup, 1.23.23: State Board president warns of starved higher ed system
While higher education funding has lagged, Idaho has changed its K-12 narrative by infusing hundreds of millions of dollars into the budget, Kurt Liebich said Monday. We should expect a return on investment.”
Statehouse roundup, 1.18.23: Lawmakers take a look at classified staff funding gap
The governor’s budget calls for a 4% pay increase for all state employees, including classified staff, but ultimately, policy decisions are up to the Legislature.
Statehouse roundup, 1.17.23: Budget chief clarifies Little’s scholarship proposal
The House Education Committee got its first in-depth look at Gov. Brad Little’s education budget requests Tuesday.
Yamamoto to head House Education, Horman to co-chair JFAC
In just her second term, Caldwell Republican Rep. Julie Yamamoto will chair one of the most closely watched committees in the Statehouse.