Legislative committee adopts annual report, directs staff to continue interim work

The Legislative Education Study Committee voted to adopt its annual report after a short presentation by staff director John Cena.

"You're getting a copy of our new annual report," John Cena said, walking members through the report’s structure and the data reference guide. He noted the report includes sections on the Martinez Yazzie action plan and statewide education governance, plus proficiency tables and other data members use during session.

After the adoption vote, the chair announced the committee would enter an executive session to address personnel matters; public monitors were turned off and the closed session proceeded.

Why it matters: The annual report compiles the committee’s interim research agenda, policy and budget considerations and a data reference guide intended to inform members as they begin the upcoming legislative session.

Next steps: Staff will finalize the annual report as adopted and continue interim work identified during the meeting, including follow‑up coordination with LFC and PED on school finance and virtual‑education policy.