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Education policy Apr 19 Schools Scramble to Meet Digital Accessibility Deadline Schools are scrambling to meet a major deadline for digital accessibility, which has significant implications for special education and can improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Education policy Apr 19 Trump Proposes FY27 Budget with Mixed Bag for Education The Trump administration's FY27 budget proposal includes a 3.5% increase in funding for IDEA, but advocates are concerned about proposed consolidations. Education policy Apr 19 Oregon Pushes for School Accountability with Local Control Oregon's push for school accountability comes with a focus on local control, aiming for better student outcomes. Education policy Apr 19 Illinois Proposes Overhaul of School Accountability System Illinois proposes overhaul of school accountability system, aiming to simplify and streamline the rating process. Education policy Apr 19 Fort Worth ISD Approves Reduction in Force Amid School Closures and Restructuring Fort Worth ISD's reduction in force and school restructuring efforts aim to improve educational outcomes amidst budget pressures. Education policy Apr 19 Tennessee Expands Voucher Program Amid Debate The Tennessee House of Representatives has voted to expand the state's voucher program, sparking debate among lawmakers and educators. Education policy Apr 19 Trump Administration Proposes $76.5 Billion for Education Department in FY 2027 Budget The Trump administration's FY 2027 budget proposal includes a $76.5 billion budget for the Department of Education, representing a 2.9% decrease from the 2026 enacted level. Education policy Apr 19 California Lawmakers Propose Salary Cap for CSU Administrators A new bill proposes to cap the salaries of non-represented California State University administrators at 125% of the governor's salary. Education policy Apr 19 LAUSD Reaches Tentative Agreements with Unions, Averting Strike The Los Angeles Unified School District has reached tentative agreements with three unions, averting a potential strike and securing salary increases and new benefits for teachers and support staff. Education policy Apr 19 Tennessee Expands Education Freedom Scholarships Amidst Federal Career Pathways Initiative Tennessee expands Education Freedom Scholarships as federal Career Pathways initiative unfolds, sparking discussions about government role in education and impact on public schools.