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• So our maintenance department is graded just like our students are graded.
• We recognize that through third grade they're learning to read.
• And so our students use that to be prepared for that next grade level.
• , but for doing 6th through 12th grade.
• So, 6th grade got elevated, and then 6th through 12th grade got elevated. That was a big jump.

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• that requires a lot of confidence because it's typically expensive investment, whether it's a large-scale
• She goes, oh, I I went on one of these stories when I was in grade school. I was like, wow.
• Depending on the scale, the breach and the level of preparedness.
• We shouldn't assume that we assume that the kids when they're in 9th grade in there, there comes or say
• But let's not assume that someone in the 9th grade understands they want to make medical prostitutes

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• She is in the seventh grade at Keyes Middle School and is a world-class cheerleader. ...school and is
• The junior Miss Red Fern, Lucy Hires, is in the fourth grade at Heritage Elementary.
• Her career includes extensive experience designing and leading large-scale health, prevention, and education
• announce that I've got my lovely eight-year-old daughter, Cohen; Carston, who's now 12 and in seventh grade

Keywords: 914, all

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• <00:18:48.480> that example of how we could scale that example of how we could scale that
• They're the best partners when you have scale, but they do not service the smallest members.
• ,<00:28:43.279> but best partners when you have scale, but best partners when you have scale
• <00:37:48.640> and returning to investment grade and returning to investment grade and reducing
• <01:20:02.880> Thank utility scale projects. Great. Thank utility scale projects. Great.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint Senate committees heard HB 108 HD2, which would allow direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by certain licensees and require liquor commissions to adopt rules. Most testimony came from craft brewers and distillers in support, who said the bill would help small and fragile producers reach customers, move limited or specialty products that wholesalers do not carry, and maintain relationships with visitors after they leave Hawaii. Supporters also argued that direct-to-consumer shipping would not meaningfully increase underage access because common carriers age-gate deliveries and require adult signatures, and that the measure would supplement rather than replace the three-tier system. Opposition came from the Hawaii Food Industry Association and the Hawaii Liquor Wholesalers Association, which said the bill could create problems with minor access and tax revenue and would allow out-of-state manufacturers to ship directly to Hawaii households. Supporters responded that similar concerns were raised when wine direct shipping was adopted and said the existing shipping and reporting systems can track and tax these sales. Several witnesses, including Maui Brewing, Ola Brew, Koloa Rum, Hana Rum, Koulana Rumworks, Koval Distillery, and the Brewers Association, described their small-batch operations, limited distribution options, and the potential for direct shipping to expand sales and jobs. Committee members questioned witnesses about underage access, tax collection, and the impact on the three-tier system. One witness discussed efforts to protect and potentially scale the Hawaiian spirit Okolehao through geographic and sourcing rules. The transcript does not show a final vote or disposition on HB 108 HD2 in the excerpt provided.

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• , of considerations for each course at each grade level.
• I would have to tell you, like, in detail, here's exactly what should be taught in each grade level.
• I would have to tell you, like, in detail, here's exactly what should be taught in each grade level.
• Given the scale of that investment, the state would benefit from a stronger independent mechanism for
• Also, economies of scale, we have so many districts who are spinning their wheels and creating really

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The joint Senate Education and Budget Committee hearing focused on Governor Newsom’s education governance proposal, which would reorganize state K-12 education leadership by shifting day-to-day management of the Department of Education from the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction to a governor-appointed education commissioner, while giving the superintendent a more policy-focused role and voting seats on the State Board of Education and the California Community Colleges Board of Governors. Brooks Allen, for the State Board of Education and Governor’s office, argued the change would reduce fragmented authority, improve accountability, and align California with other states that use appointed chief education officials. Amber Alexander of the Department of Finance outlined the budget-neutral staffing transfers and transition timeline, and LAO analyst Sarah Cortez said the LAO supports the shift to an appointed commissioner but recommends Senate confirmation, clearer statutory duties, preserved legislative oversight, and a cost-neutral fiscal plan. Committee members raised substantial concerns about timing, constitutionality, voter expectations, and whether the proposal would actually improve student outcomes. Senator Cabaldon argued the change would effectively alter the meaning of the constitutionally created superintendent office during an election year without voter approval, and questioned whether governance restructuring has evidence of improving achievement or should instead yield savings. Other senators asked how the new structure would work in practice, who would be accountable if it failed, whether a governor-appointed commissioner was the best model, and whether local districts would truly see clearer lines of authority. Allen responded that the Legislature retains plenary authority over education, that the transition would be minimally disruptive, and that the proposal was designed to create a single line of management and clearer communication for local districts. The discussion also covered the Legislature’s role in curriculum and education policy. LAO staff explained that the Legislature has broad authority over education and can direct curriculum-related policy, though it has generally delegated detailed curriculum work to the State Board and the Instructional Quality Commission. Several senators said the current system already creates confusion for voters and local educators, while others argued the proposal adds another layer of bureaucracy and overpromises on results. No vote was taken at this hearing; members continued questioning witnesses and indicated the proposal would be examined further in later panels, including testimony from local education leaders.

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• level chairperson duties, such as grade level chairperson, choral band director duties.
• And I used to teach sixth grade.
• And I used to teach sixth grade.
• And I used to teach sixth grade.
• That helps larger scale and maybe institutional landlords, but hurts mom-and-pop operations.

Bills: HB1977, HB1764, HB1934, HB2533, HB1790, HB2181, HB1870, HB2140, HB2468, HB2358, HB1588, HB1688, HB1986, HB2030, HB2195, HB1949, HB1695, HB1950, HB2094, HB2115, HB2297, HB2336, HB2416, HB2049

Keywords: maternal health, infant health, mobile application, Medicaid, healthcare access, state programs, music education, public concerts, Hawaii State Library, cultural collaboration, music accessibility, libraries, education, reading programs, early childhood, nonprofit, community engagement, teacher retention, Hawaiian language education, special needs schools

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• It has to do with scale, timeline, and feasibility of both.
• It has to do with scale, timeline, and feasibility of both.
• is a really quick one you know the scale is a really quick one you know the scale of<00:25:44.960
• representative uh Anderson to the scale representative uh Anderson to the scale of<00:26:00.600>
• Minnesota hasn't done enough to scale up statewide tutoring supports for students.

Bills: HF1, HF779, HF1034

Keywords: Office of Inspector General, inspector general, legislative audit, fraud prevention, waste and abuse, public funds, grant oversight, state grants, grant management, whistleblower protection, retaliation, subpoena power, data practices, government transparency, accountability, law enforcement referrals, sanctions, debarment, payment withholding, public assistance fraud

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• As noted in the report, these protections are a response to large-scale exclusion of many students with
• These behaviors were reported most frequently in the early grades, as early as pre-kindergarten, for
• because of economies of scale there are. because of economies of scale there are.
• ,<00:51:19.359> they<00:51:19.599> may<00:51:19.839> also economies of scale
• , they may also economies of scale, they may also struggle.<00:51:20.800> And<00:51:21.119>

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Education Assessment and Accountability Review Subcommittee received an Office of Education Accountability presentation on student discipline data in Kentucky schools for the 2024 school year. OEA said the study used Safe Schools data, educator and student surveys, site visits to 12 schools, and principal surveys. The report found that about 1 in 10 schools have major behavior-related challenges and up to one-third have at least moderate challenges, with the most common concerns varying by level: high schools cited vapes, cell phone misuse, apathy, and tardiness; middle schools cited apathy, vapes, and cell phone misuse; and elementary schools reported more extreme classroom behaviors such as throwing objects, overturning furniture, and screaming. OEA also noted that 14% of students had at least one behavior event in 2024, but repeated events were rare, and event rates alone do not reliably measure the severity of behavior problems in a school or district. The presentation emphasized that many disciplinary consequences do not align consistently with statutes or local expectations. OEA said law violations made up 19% of more than 250,000 recorded behavior events, while most were board violations, and that some serious incidents resulted in minimal consequences. The report highlighted concerns about weapons, threats, and assaults: only 9.2% of weapon events led to expulsion or alternative placement, few threats resulted in those outcomes, and fewer than 10% of assaults led to expulsion or alternative placement, including some first-degree assaults. OEA also said the Safe Schools data do not identify victims, limiting analysis of assaults on staff or students, and recommended clearer statutory definitions and better data reporting. A major theme was the difficulty schools face in addressing chronic disruption and severe behavior while complying with federal protections for students with disabilities. OEA said principals reported the biggest challenges were federal limits on disciplinary removals and a lack of alternative placement options. The report described variation among districts in how they implement federal requirements, with some administrators discouraging alternative placements or avoiding discipline because of perceived legal risks. Site visits found that many schools lacked chronic-disruption policies, and teachers often reported frustration with minimal consequences and repeated classroom removals. OEA recommended that KDE collect more information from educators, identify promising practices for alternative instructional settings, and develop clearer guidance and training. In discussion, committee members said the findings showed reporting gaps and resource strains, and OEA staff clarified that some underreporting reflects local discretion, while law violations should still be reported.

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• In our conversations with PED, they believe they can scale that program up to $10 million a year.
• Grades. And you've said this before, and this is not something you all don't already know.
• Again, making sure that parents are notified if their students are not reading at grade level.
• Chairman, the responsibilities for this would fall on K through third grade.
• Arts education is required through eighth grade. Excuse me. Sorry, thank you for your. time.

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• Think about how we might scale it up. Thank you.
• And so I think scaling that across the state so that folks do know what they do have access to in their
• So I think that's one thing that we should continue and try to really scale it and make sure that the
• Because I think up until this point, we've been really focusing on the grades that the students have
• So I think those are examples that can be shared and scaled throughout the state.

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• And then by the time they're in high school in the ninth and tenth grade, they're taking credits and
• . just be aware seventh and eighth grade. just be aware that<00:19:20.400> there<00:19:20.640>
• , high school in the ninth and tth grade, high school in the ninth and tth grade, they're<00:19:31.919
• They're not collaborated as they need to be, and we haven't scaled them across the state.
• and we haven't uh scaled them across the<00:29:01.279> state.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:22 Forging the Future: Kentucky's National Leadership in Metals Manufacturing 00:01:33 Improvements to Kentucky’s Incentive Programs 00:52:05, 958, all

Summary: The committee met for its third interim meeting, approved the prior meeting minutes, and heard a presentation from the Metals Innovation Initiative (MI2) on Kentucky’s metals industry. Speakers described metals manufacturing and recycling as a major economic backbone for the Commonwealth, including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper operations, with broad impacts across production, fabrication, supply chains, and related businesses. They emphasized that the industry supports high-paying jobs, significant capital investment in Kentucky, and is aligned with broader efforts to expand U.S. manufacturing. A central theme was workforce development. MI2 leaders said the industry faces a persistent talent gap and that current education programs do not always produce the skills needed for modern metals jobs. They argued for stronger exposure and awareness, more direct industry involvement, and a dedicated metals career pathway through high schools, area technology centers, career and technical centers, and KCTCS. They also described pilot efforts in Logan, Warren, and Carroll counties that would introduce students to metals careers in middle school, move them into credits and pathways in high school, and connect them to internships, apprenticeships, and postsecondary training. Recycling and supply-chain security were the other major topics. Testimony stressed that recycled inputs are far cheaper than raw ore extraction and that recycling is increasingly important to competitiveness, environmental performance, and keeping materials from leaving the U.S. Speakers also raised concerns about China’s large steel and aluminum capacity and said unfair trade and global market manipulation make it harder for Kentucky producers to compete. Committee members and presenters framed MI2 as a collaborative effort among industry, state government, and academia to strengthen workforce pipelines, recycling, and long-term industry growth. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.

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• The PRC would access and control utility-grade resources.
• The PRC would access and control utility-grade resources.
• So the PRC would set program parameters. scale for the program.
• Is there economy of scale that needs to be met?
• We represent utility-scale renewable transmission and storage companies.

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• He said 16 of those are pre-K or kindergarten through 12th grade, with seven more who have 12th grade
• with uh seven more who have 12th grade with uh seven more who have 12th grade<00:02:41.280> so
• reading and eighth-grade mathematics.
• On this slide, you can see our eighth-grade math scores on the NAEP over the last 20 years.
• grade reading and eighth grade grade reading and eighth grade mathematics<02:43:34.240> this<

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• So, we want every student reading on grade level by the end of third grade.
• students to meet the third grade students to meet the third grade reading.<01:31:31.760> And<
• level at the end of grade three.
• Grade three.
• They were in that 12% that weren't on grade level, but they got promoted on to fourth grade anyway.

Keywords: 924, joint, all

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• Engagement-maximizing social media is harming our children, harming them at a catastrophic scale.
• And that's when we're going to have it implemented at scale.
• Scale.
• And that's when we're going to have it implemented at scale.
• So with that, the concern that I have also relies on the fact that. scale.

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• I think being fed leads to better grades.
• I think being fed leads to better grades.
• And being fed leads to better grades.
• So even if you don't care if a grade.
• So I maybe school is only two grades.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 292, which would authorize a governor’s warrant to cover special education aid shortfalls from the education trust fund, and from the general fund if needed, so local school districts would not have to absorb prorated costs or raise local property taxes. Senator Lang said the bill was prompted by a prior $15 million special education funding shortfall caused by higher-than-expected catastrophic aid claims, including more qualifying students and the recent increase in the special education age limit to 22. He emphasized that the bill is intended to ensure the state meets its funding commitment and avoid shifting costs to towns. Members asked about how the bill interacts with House Bill 742 and House Bill 773, including whether the language should be merged or whether the state should fund 100% versus an 80% floor. Lang said he was open to improving the bill and to adding a study committee or performance audit on special education costs, but maintained that the state should not push costs to local taxpayers when it has available funds. The hearing on SB 292 was then closed, with no vote taken. The committee then opened Senate Bill 98, which would extend for five more years a tax credit program for donations to regional career and technical education centers. Senator Waters said the program has been successful in building partnerships between CTE centers and employers, especially through equipment donations that support training and apprenticeships. He cited examples including automotive, marine trades, and advanced manufacturing programs, and said the five-year extension would let lawmakers continue to review whether the incentive is working as intended. Several members questioned whether the credit is effectively a 100% subsidy and how the cap works. Waters and another member explained that the underlying program has an aggregate cap of $500,000 and that credits are prorated if requests exceed that amount; they also said the donations are primarily equipment, not cash. Some members raised concerns about whether businesses could also claim other tax deductions or credits, but the sponsor said the existing structure has been in place for years and has been revisited periodically. No vote was taken during the hearing excerpt provided.

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• grade.
• That is the largest fourth-grade math scale score increase in the nation over that period.
• That is the largest fourth grade 2024.
• That is the largest fourth grade math<01:12:35.360> scale<01:12:35.679> score<01:12:36.159
• we see their eighth grade NAPE scores? we see their eighth grade NAPE scores?

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• I've seen many children improve their grades, improve attendance, heal from trauma, and develop positive
• Not only did he make really good grades in school, he went on to attend Menlo College, play basketball
• of the biggest sporting events in the world, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 2027... good grades
• So I want to be clear: this is not about Ticketmaster or Live Nation's thumb on the scale.
• So I want to be clear: this is not about Ticketmaster or Live Nation's thumb on the scale.

Summary: The committee heard AB 749, which would create a blue ribbon commission to study equitable access to youth sports and recommend a statewide framework, including coaching standards, PE modernization, and funding models to reduce barriers for families. The author and supporters, including youth sports advocates, educators, coaches, and former athletes, argued that sports improve health, school engagement, and long-term opportunity, while noting racial and income disparities in participation. One member raised concerns that a new commission could add cost and regulatory burdens, but the bill was framed as a study measure rather than immediate regulation. The committee also took up AB 549, aimed at coordinating state and local security planning for major upcoming sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, and Olympic and Paralympic Games. Supporters said the bill would improve interagency coordination, protect visitors and communities, and help prevent human trafficking and discrimination during mega-events. Members discussed the need to avoid over-policing and to center community values, but the bill advanced on a due pass recommendation to Appropriations. AB 1291 addressed ticket purchasing for concerts, sports, and other live events by requiring electronic proof of purchase and allowing it to be used for entry if a ticket cannot be accessed through no fault of the buyer. Supporters said the measure would give consumers more certainty and help address problems in a monopolized ticketing market, while opponents from venues, sports teams, and entertainment groups warned it could undermine anti-scalping tools, create security problems, and burden venues with duplicate or fraudulent proofs of purchase. The committee approved the bill on a due pass as amended basis to Privacy and Consumer Protection, with the roll held open for absent members. The consent calendar item, AB 644, was also approved.

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• It's the entire eighth grade.
• It's the entire<00:07:06.240> eighth<00:07:06.639> grade.
• Um this is going to entire eighth grade.
• <03:55:59.359> grade<03:55:59.439> grade<03:55:59.680> and<03:56:00.000>
• the grade grade grade and size provided. the grade grade grade and size provided.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Small rural school districts have a much smaller economy of scale.
• So, things are smaller economy of scale.
• across subject matter and grade level. across subject matter and grade level.
• . grading. grading.
• leverage personalized learning at scale leverage personalized learning at scale without<01:12:25.640

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Summary: The Artificial Intelligence Task Force met and adopted the prior minutes before turning to AI in education. Jeff Gagne of the Southern Regional Education Board described SREB’s Commission on AI in Education, which has organized its work into committees on policy, K-12 instruction, postsecondary instruction, and skills development. He highlighted eight commission recommendations covering statewide AI networks, targeted guidance for different user groups, professional development, standards and curricula, local capacity assessments, risk management, procurement, and AI-ready workforce skills. He also emphasized that states need more specific guidance for students, teachers, faculty, administrators, and parents, and that training is essential because many educators have not been prepared to use AI in instruction. Gagne also summarized two recent SREB reports: one on AI-ready workforce skills and one on AI use in K-12 classrooms. The workforce report recommends embedding AI across standards, strengthening computer science and digital learning standards, collaborating with industry and workforce agencies, building AI competencies into training and upskilling, providing educator professional development, and monitoring readiness. He said the report identifies three skill areas: success skills, industry baseline skills, and technical skills. The classroom guidance report promotes responsible AI adoption, with four pillars focused on increasing cognitive demand, streamlining teaching and administrative work, supporting personalized learning, and developing ethical AI users. He also noted that the report includes an AI procurement tool for school districts. Members thanked Gagne for providing outside examples and resources. One member noted JCPS has an introductory AI professional development offering for educators. Gagne said Kentucky’s David Couch serves on the SREB commission and that the commission’s member list and reports are available on SREB’s website. The committee then heard from Travis Powell of the Council on Postsecondary Education, who said CPE had surveyed campuses and found that Kentucky institutions have broadly embraced AI in teaching, research, student services, and administrative operations. He said all institutions have AI-focused degrees, minors, or courses, and many are integrating AI into general education and across disciplines. Powell also said CPE is considering an AI consortium and that campuses are using AI in research partnerships and applied work, while continuing to focus on ethical and effective use.