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February 24

Education policy Feb 24 New Education Funding Law Enacted for FY 2026 The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, has been enacted, setting the full-year education funding for FY 2026. Education policy Feb 24 Huntsville City Schools Install Cameras in Special Education Classrooms for Student Safety Huntsville City Schools has taken a significant step towards enhancing student safety by installing cameras in special education classrooms. Education policy Feb 24 Colorado Takes Lead in Protecting Students with Disabilities Colorado is taking a significant step towards protecting the rights of students with disabilities by proposing a state office to investigate complaints. Education policy Feb 24 Texas Leaders Crack Down on Student ICE Walkouts, Sparking Free Speech Debate Texas students are protesting ICE actions, but state officials' crackdown on these protests has sparked a debate over free speech in public schools. Education policy Feb 24 West Virginia Bill Aims to Boost Educator and Service Personnel Ratios West Virginia's education system may see significant changes with the proposed bill to increase staff ratios, aiming for better student outcomes. Education policy Feb 24 West Virginia Advances Weighted-Student Formula for Education Funding West Virginia advances a new education funding formula to support disadvantaged students. Education policy Feb 24 US States Debate Billionaire Taxes Amid Budget Deficits and Migration Risks US states are considering new taxes on billionaires and millionaires to address budget deficits and fund public education. Education policy Feb 24 Idaho Governor Faces Budget Challenges Amid Proposed Cuts Idaho Governor Brad Little is navigating budget challenges as lawmakers propose cuts to various programs, including education. Education policy Feb 24 Denver Schools Face Union Backlash Over Arbitration Refusal A labor dispute in Denver highlights tensions between the school district and the union, with implications for education policy. Education policy Feb 24 Kansas Advances Bill to Lift Cap on Tax-Credit Scholarships Kansas is moving forward with a bill to lift the cap on tax-credit scholarships, aiming to provide more educational opportunities for students.