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Education policy Feb 24 Hawaii to Pay $8 Million for Neglect of Special Education Services Hawaii taxpayers will fund $8 million in lifetime care for a severely autistic student after a 17-year special education dispute. Education policy Feb 24 Connecticut Lawmakers Face Funding Challenges in Education Connecticut's education system is at a crossroads, with funding cuts posing significant challenges to schools and communities. Education policy Feb 24 Arizona Advances Bill for Transparent Special Education Complaints Arizona takes a significant step towards special education reform with the unanimous passage of SB 1754, aiming to increase transparency and support for students with disabilities. Education policy Feb 24 Maryland Introduces COMPASS Act for Better School Accountability The Maryland State Education Association is advocating for a new school accountability system that prioritizes transparency, equity, and academic growth over test scores. Education policy Feb 24 Florida’s Push for State-Developed Curriculum Hits Roadblock Florida's education department seeks to develop its own instructional materials, but the proposal faces legislative challenges and uncertainty. Education policy Feb 24 LAUSD Approves Reduction-in-Force Plan Amidst Projected $877M Deficit The LAUSD has approved a reduction-in-force plan to address a projected $877 million deficit, affecting approximately 3,200 employees. Education policy Feb 24 California Strengthens Student Data Privacy with New Law California takes a significant step towards safeguarding student data privacy with its new law, setting a precedent for the nation. Education policy Feb 24 House Democrats Push for Transparency in STEM Research Funding House Democrats are pushing for transparency in STEM research funding amid proposed cuts to federal R&D funding. Education policy Feb 24 California Introduces Mandatory Math Screening for K-2 Students California has introduced a new bill requiring mandatory math screenings for K-2 students to improve math education and provide targeted support. Education policy Feb 24 Detroit Superintendent Proposes Innovative Solution to Special Education Shortages Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti has proposed an innovative solution to address special education teacher shortages.