Wednesday Hearing for Private School Voucher Bill, HB 590
The Senate Education Committee has set a one hour time limit for their hearing next Wednesday on HB 590, the private school voucher bill.
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IEA Podcast with President Kari Overall on Private School Voucher Bill
Check out the IEA REPORTER podcast with Kari Overall for more information about HB 590 and private school vouchers, Plus, a bill that would limit bond elections.
Voucher Bill Passes House, Heads to Senate Education Committee
The controversial private school voucher bill, HB 590, passed the House by a 39-31 margin. The legislation now moves to the Senate Education Committee.
Voucher Bill Still in Limbo; State Board Comes Out Against HB 590
The House did not get to the private school voucher bill, HB 590 Friday, so it will likely be heard Monday. The State Board of Education voted to oppose HB 590, as well as HB 566, which would have allowed charter schools to bypass some requirements for charters to hire administrators.
Private School Voucher Bill Expected to Hit the House Floor Friday
HB 590, the private school voucher bill, is expected to be heard on the House Floor Friday. Plus, the legislature has passed the $200 million tax cut bill, which now goes to the governor for his signature.