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February 23

Education policy Feb 23 Hawaii Sets Precedent with Statewide Cellphone Policy in Schools Hawaii sets a precedent with its new statewide policy on student cellphone use, aiming to create a more focused and productive learning environment. Education policy Feb 23 Connecticut Spends $75M on Out-of-State Placements for Special Education Connecticut's special education system is under scrutiny after a joint report revealed significant spending on out-of-state placements. Education policy Feb 23 Congress Limits Education Department’s Funding Flexibility Congress has enacted a budget package that restricts the U.S. Department of Education's ability to shift funds within its $3.2 billion higher education account. Education policy Feb 23 Georgia Invests in Early Education with $658M Proposal Georgia's proposed budget for early childhood education aims to reduce Pre-K class sizes and support teacher benefits, demonstrating a commitment to the state's youngest learners. Education policy Feb 23 Michigan Governor Proposes Increased Education Funding with Focus on Literacy Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer proposes increased education funding with a focus on literacy, including tutoring programs and curriculum grants. Education policy Feb 23 Iowa Advances Bills on Dress Codes and Antisemitism Reporting Iowa moves to standardize school dress codes and enhance antisemitism reporting, aiming for safer, more inclusive learning environments. Education policy Feb 23 Georgia Senate Passes Bill Allowing Retired Teachers to Return to Work with Benefits The Georgia Senate has taken a significant step towards addressing the state's teacher shortage by passing a bill that allows retired teachers to return to work while still receiving their… Education policy Feb 23 Federal Agencies Launch Tribal Consultation on Indian Education Partnership The U.S. Departments of Education, Interior, and Labor have launched a tribal consultation on the Indian Education Partnership Interagency Agreements. Education policy Feb 23 South Carolina Advances Bill to Ban Minimum Grades in Schools South Carolina is on the verge of a significant education policy shift that could impact how students are graded and motivated in school. Education policy Feb 23 New Jersey Regains $1 Billion in Federal Education Funding After Lawsuit New Jersey has successfully reinstated over $1 billion in federal education funding following a legal challenge.