ALSBOE examines the implementation and oversight of RAISE Act funding
Alabama’s New Education Funding Model Alabama is implementing the Raise Act this year to enhance its established foundation program for K-12 education funding. This new approach employs weighted formulas that relate to different categories, including poverty, special education, English learners, talent, and charter school enrollment, to allocate funds according to specific student needs. Funding for […]
Cannabis Coalition cautions about rising law enforcement actions with the implementation of HB445.
Increased Enforcement on Hemp and THC Products in Alabama Last week, Alabama law enforcement conducted searches at several businesses as part of an investigation into illegal marijuana sales that has been ongoing for nearly a year. Agents confiscated marijuana and various drug paraphernalia, citing violations of Alabama’s current THC and hemp laws. According to the […]
Newsom stymies implementation of landmark California plastic law
This week, Gov. Gavin Newsom hampered the implementation of Landmark’s environmental laws, which had limited the amount of single-use plastics sold and distributed in California. The law known as SB 54 was signed by Newsom in 2022. Since then, dozens of regulators, lawmakers, environmentalists and industry groups have worked together to write rules and regulations […]
After voters pass Prop. 314, this border sheriff says he’s holding off on implementation for now
Arizona voters passed Proposition 314 this week. The measure would make border crossing between ports of entry a national crime and give local police powers to make immigration-related arrests. Santa Cruz County Sheriff David Hathaway said the measure is causing anxiety in the Nogales County seat, which has a 95% Hispanic population. “This is not […]
UA System, Presidents issue update on Alabama DEI reform implementation
The Alabama Legislature has passed a bill that would ban state government institutions from teaching divisive concepts, including critical race theory. The bill also eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives at those public institutions. The bill applies to K-12 education, state government agencies, and public universities. In recent weeks, the chancellors of […]
San Tan Valley Town Hall Scheduled to Discuss New 85144 Zip Code Implementation – San Tan Valley News & Info
State Rep. Neil Carter invites the community to an informative City Hall meeting regarding the upcoming new zip code 85144, which covers part of Pinal County’s Santan Valley. This important discussion is scheduled for Tuesday, June 20th at 6:00 pm. The venue for this important community event will be his 2197 W Gold Dust Ave […]
Sinema Hosts Roundtable Discussion with Graham & Greenlee County Leaders and Community Members on Infrastructure Implementation and Economic Needs
The senator emphasized the positive impact her bipartisan infrastructure legislation will have on rural Arizona communities, and worked with local leaders to bring down prices and reduce supply chain challenges. promised to introduce funds Safford – Arizona Senator Kirsten Cinema convened local leaders and community members from Graham and Greenlee counties to discuss the bipartisan […]
