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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.
Student class days depend on the school — and vary widely
House Bill 521 could make it harder for districts and charters to adopt four-day weeks.
Statehouse roundup, 3.27.24: Senate kills Phoenix bill, throwing purchase into jeopardy
Also, budget writers OK’d additional time to roll out career-technical education grants.
A social worker and a former school leader vie for Boise board vacancy
Trustees will interview both on Monday, and appoint one the following week.
Judge awards $240,000 to State Board in Phoenix lawsuit
The order marks the latest step in a lengthy, and ongoing, lawsuit challenging the University of Idaho’s $685 million bid to buy the University of Phoenix.
Trailer park: Lawmakers pass competing bills to address four-day school issues
The last-minute proposals — “trailer” bills, in Statehouse shorthand — seek to fix a controversial piece of an omnibus school facilities bill.