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Statehouse roundup, 3.14.24: JFAC passes higher ed budget, while K-12 fix is on hold
Budget-writers put nearly $16 million into higher education Thursday — with some brief debate about roles and overlap. The budget numbers themselves went through quickly, and the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee approved them unanimously. Here’s how the line items break down: An additional $7.8 million for pay raises — specifically, 2% merit raises at Idaho’s four-year…
Statehouse roundup, 3.13.24: Bill to arm teachers falls in Senate committee
In other news, budget-writers carved out money for employee pay raises at the two-year colleges, and money to help Boise State University accommodate growth.
On-the-job training prevails as students’ disinterest in college grows
Four things to know about students’ rising interest in immediate employment and apathy towards a college degree.
West Bonner trustees face a slew of challenges
“We know that we have to improve. It’s unfortunate that people continue to beat us up on that,” said interim superintendent Joe Kren.
Lt. governor talks up Launch grants to students
An estimated 70% of Middleton’s senior class signed up for the new program.
Statehouse roundup, 3.11.24: Lawmakers spar with library supporters over latest ‘harmful’ material bill
In other news, the Senate voted to tighten up the rules for Idaho Launch — by changing the way the state defines an “in-demand career.”
New ordinance would challenge subdivisions that cause school overcrowding
Middleton studied the issue for more than two years because if the unprecedented code catches on, the move would cost developers money.
Statehouse roundup, 3.8.24: New bill to arm teachers surfaces in Senate
In other news, technical concerns torpedoed a Senate-passed bill on school flag displays.
Orphaned teenager finds a home in Idaho through nursing programs
Left in the foster care system, Idaho State University student upends her life to find a home in Idaho.
Homeschool families raise concern over Senate legislation
Adding a state payment for homeschool co-op expenses would introduce unwanted tracking of homeschool families.