What happened on Friday, 01 March 2024
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District athletic‑training staff presented program qualifications and a recent internal review, reporting management of roughly 2,100 physicals, about 1,500 recorded injuries and 7,000 AT room visits last year; trustees praised outreach and asked for follow‑up on injury severity and prevention.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Lawmakers debate funding for afterschool programs amid concerns over discrimination and public accountability.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The commission ratified 11 agreed orders presented by the Office of Educator Misconduct, including license relinquishments and multi-year suspensions for violations of contract, confidentiality and educator–student relationship standards; the ratification passed on a voice vote.
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The Utah Senate voted 12–16 to defeat House Bill 514, a measure that would have allowed volunteer chaplains in K–12 schools. Supporters said the measure would offer voluntary spiritual care; opponents raised constitutional concerns and worries about oversight and public funding.
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On the last day of the 2024 Utah legislative session the Senate passed a wide slate of bills — including measures on child custody, social-media protections for minors, conscience protections for government employees, student-athlete NIL rules and electronic-cigarette limits — many by suspension of rules or concurrence votes.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Vermont lawmakers express mixed support for budget bill amid concerns over education and discrimination.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
At its March 1, 2024 meeting in Jackson, the commission heard Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) results showing licensed-educator and administrator vacancies rose since last year while some support-staff vacancies fell; MDE outlined strategies including a residency funding request and a new professional growth portal.
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Senate votes on energy bill and school district amendments, improving utility regulations and oversight.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Site‑work bids for the district’s long‑range campus project came in far above the $2 million estimate, pushing combined site and electrical totals 'over $6,000,000.' Trustees discussed rebidding in a different season, scaling to smaller safety‑critical work, or pausing to accelerate a broader middle‑school/campus study before committing major funds.
Novi Community School District, School Boards, Michigan
District staff reviewed safety measures (Raptor system, background checks, ZeroEyes camera integration, ALICE drills), medical requirements (vision/hearing and a new dental screening), and meal practices including free breakfast and lunch for all students this year and next.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Financial advisers told the board a preliminary plan to issue general obligation bonds could lock favorable municipal rates if the board adopts a parameters resolution in April; advisers proposed a mid‑April sale with proceeds arriving late May–early June and cautioned on IRS arbitrage and debt structuring tradeoffs.
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Utah Senate unanimously approves bills clarifying workers' comp, interracial marriage, and property rights.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The House adopted JRS 47 in concurrence, which provides for a joint assembly to consider retention of two superior court judges and one magistrate. The resolution was read into the record and adopted by voice vote.
Novi Community School District, School Boards, Michigan
District staff urged families to complete kindergarten registration by May 1 to secure placements, explained proof‑of‑residency options for movers, bus eligibility and the CARE before/after‑school program registration windows and procedures.
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New legislation enables one tenant to remove trespassing guests in joint homeownership cases.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Chester County IU officials told the Unionville‑Chadds Ford School Board that the district’s required core contribution would not increase in the preliminary IU budget while marketplace services and occupational education costs rise; the IU plans a Great Valley campus and a Fred S. Engle Middle School renovation to add special‑education capacity.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The House adopted the committee of conference report on House Bill 839, a 2024 budget adjustment that includes flood relief and a new after‑school and summer learning fund to deliver grants directly to private and religious providers. Lawmakers warned the change could expose the state to discrimination claims and litigation; the measure passed on a roll call, 129–9.
Novi Community School District, School Boards, Michigan
Novi Community School District announced Wildcat Launch, a teacher‑designed two‑year kindergarten experience that emphasizes social‑emotional skill building, smaller classes and a districtwide rollout across all five elementary schools; eligibility depends on birthday windows and a state waiver or lottery for additional seats.
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Senators discuss restricting political flags in classrooms to maintain educational neutrality
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Utah House votes 73-0 to pass HB 500 and honors four injured law enforcement officers.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Vermont legislature commits $22.5 million in flood relief, ensuring support for affected communities.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Students with and without disabilities compete together in Chadds Ford's new unified bocce ball team.
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Legislators pass bill for railroad ombudsman to enhance communication and address concerns
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Vermont lawmakers face tough choices balancing flood relief funding and civil rights protections.
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Senate approves House Bill 370, aligning dispatcher discipline with law enforcement standards.
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Department of the Interior (DOI), Executive, Federal
At a National Congress of American Indians workshop in Winslow, Lisa Vandiver walked students through scholarships — tribal, nonprofit and federal — highlighted documentation (CIB, official transcripts), and shared deadlines including the American Indian College Fund closing 05/31/2023.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Parents voice concerns over crowded buses and call for additional 3rd grade teachers.
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The House passed SB 255 (68-3), which allows, in narrowly defined circumstances, one co-owner to have a long‑term guest treated as a trespasser; sponsor said the bill excludes immediate family and points to specific lines (61–66) that define eligible situations.
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Senators discuss House Bill 165 requiring feds to notify state on illegal immigration releases.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved curriculum materials, several district policies, and multiple facilities contracts — including roofs, cooler replacement and partition walls — in unanimous voice votes; policy 903 was moved to first reading after public feedback.
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
New THC edibles evade drug tests, but high consumption still risks positive results.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The Clerk read the first reading of H.869 (merger of Brandon Fire Districts) and announced that H.667 (Vermont Ireland Trade Commission) and H.725 (Human Rights Commission) carry appropriations and were referred to the Committee on Appropriations under House Rule 35(a).
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The Utah House adopted third substitute SB 235 to create a rail ombudsman within UDOT, move roughly $800,000 from the rail transportation restricted account to set up the position, and extend effective dates for related railroad bills; passage was unanimous, 73-0.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
PTO leaders told the board their revised one‑day, booth‑rental model kept the 75th Chadds Ford Art Show viable, attracting 67 artists and about 784 attendees and producing roughly $15,294 in revenue, with estimated profit near $12,000.
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Legislators amend school closure notification rules to enhance transparency for Alpine District.
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Tall Cop presentation highlights rising mushroom popularity among youth; prom event serves nearly 300 students.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Representative Charles Wilson of Linden submitted a resignation effective March 2, 2024, citing health issues and expressing gratitude for serving in the House of Representatives.
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House representatives move to hear from Governor Cox before adjourning Senate day.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Multiple parents told the school board Chadds Ford Elementary’s third‑grade cohort has ballooned to 79 students and several parents asked the district to add a fourth section, start teacher recruitment now and consider class‑size policy and fire‑code implications.
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On the final day of the 2024 Utah legislative session the Senate cleared a long list of bills — from property-rights and public-health adjustments to a hospital assessment sunset and multiple technical fixes. This roundup lists the most consequential bills the Senate acted on and the recorded tallies where provided.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The Vermont House considered the conference report on H.839 (FY24 Budget Adjustment Act), which includes multiple flood-relief grants, ERAF advances for FEMA matching, $2 million to the Vermont Housing Conservation Board for permanent shelter capacity and other program adjustments; members praised relief provisions but raised civil-rights and education concerns and asked that the vote be recorded 'by role.'
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District officials said one electric bus is in service while a second was returned to the vendor for a suspected battery fault; the pilot has logged roughly 358 trips and more than 4,000 miles but has faced charger and low‑voltage issues, the transportation director told the board.
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The Senate concurred with House amendments to second substitute Senate Bill 224, clarifying definitions and capping certain charges; the bill passed the Senate 21–6–2 and will return to the House for signature.
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Schools report rising concerns over undetectable substances as drug testing reveals new challenges.
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On the House floor a motion by Representative Moss sought to resolve the chamber into a committee of the whole to hear Governor Cox; Representative Romero then moved to dissolve the committee, and members flagged a timing issue. No vote or formal outcome is recorded in the transcript.
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A late-session substitute to House Bill 477 that would have tightened rules on flags and classroom displays failed in the Senate after extended debate about local control, teachers’ free-speech rights and the rushed process; the substitute vote was 9–20 in favor of rejection.
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Waxahachie High School reports five new THC positives; community outreach efforts and support increase.
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Senator acknowledges Vickers' mentorship while highlighting women's leadership and teamwork efforts.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
On the floor the Senate passed H469 (remote electronic execution of advanced directives), referred judicial appointment Kate Gallagher to Judiciary, committed H780 and H847 to committees, passed over JRS41, and adopted an adjournment until Tuesday, March 12 at 9:30 a.m.
Public Safety, Transportation, and Environment Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Attorney General's Office operating budget decreases while expanding Independent Investigations Division staff.
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Lawmakers passed a bill clarifying school-closure notice and adding statewide minimums for public notification. Debate centered on the cost burden for districts and the best way to reach transient and low-income families; sponsor argued postal postcards ensure equitable notification.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The Senate advanced S302, directing the Department of Health and Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living to develop accessible public education materials and programs on Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, emphasizing early detection, validated assessment tools, cultural competence and language access; the bill was amended by the committee and ordered for third reading.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Commission approves $12450 donation for barn improvements at Lac La Ron.
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Senator Vickers successfully motions to adjourn the Senate session after a positive evening.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Parks Department schedules summer events and plans downtown vegetation installations despite budget constraints.
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Senators express gratitude for legislative support and commend Representative Dan Johnson's kindness.
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The Utah Senate passed first substitute House Bill 165 requiring three-day notice to state or local offices when certain noncitizen releases occur in Utah. An amendment to route notices to the Office of Immigration and New American Integration failed in a close floor division before the bill passed 22–7.
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Senator Milner expresses gratitude for collaboration and camaraderie during legislative session.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
West Bend announces 56 events this year, starting with Bachfest at Regner Park.
Public Safety, Transportation, and Environment Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
DLS told the subcommittee the Department of State Police FY25 allowance rises by $40.4 million to $615.3 million, mostly for personnel and 34 new positions; senators pressed the superintendent on long‑running vacancy patterns, licensing backlog, gun center reporting and workforce diversity follow‑up.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The Senate on the floor advanced S187, a one-page bill to let students possess and self-administer sunscreen with annual parent or guardian permission and to allow school staff to assist only with parental authorization; the bill was amended as recommended by the Health and Welfare Committee and ordered for a 3rd reading.
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Senate passes comprehensive child safety bill with wide support from medical professionals
Public Safety, Transportation, and Environment Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
State Highway Administration told the subcommittee it is piloting mileage‑based user fees and continues work on managed lanes and the American Legion Bridge project while prioritizing system preservation in a constrained capital program.
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Governor Cox commends legislature's transformative session on housing and infrastructure projects in Utah.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Regner Beach anticipates $152K expenses and new inflatable zone for revenue enhancement in 2024.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Agatha Kessler wins majority vote in General Assembly, securing 84 out of 166 ballots cast.
Public Safety, Transportation, and Environment Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Maryland Transit Administration officials told the PSTE subcommittee the FY25 operating budget rises to about $1.2 billion with capital to $660.4 million; MTA announced it will seek Board of Public Works approval for an additional Purple Line delay and a contract modification up to $425 million, and lawmakers questioned service reliability, commuter‑bus reductions, and recent system shutdowns.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Council approves multiple community events, including softball tournaments and farmers market.
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Mayor highlights sales tax revenue plan to enhance urban core and support sports franchises.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Agatha Kessler won a contested joint-assembly ballot to become sergeant at arms of the Vermont General Assembly, receiving 84 votes to Michael Farrant’s 82 after tellers counted 166 ballots twice; procedures for reconsideration were explained and a brief recess was taken after the close result.
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Senator Buxton honored for years of service as Utah legislative session wraps up.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Ryan organizes a music-filled fundraiser featuring sports tournaments at Regner Park.
Public Safety, Transportation, and Environment Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
At a PSTE subcommittee budget hearing, DLS described the Office of the Attorney General's FY25 allowance as $66.1 million (a $11.5M decrease) and urged turnover adjustments; the Attorney General warned cuts could force layoffs and both OAG and the Maryland Legal Services Corporation said the Access to Counsel and Evictions rollout is underfunded and at risk of delay.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
An unnamed presiding officer declared the Senate in recess until the House is ready to receive members for the General Assembly and said the Senate pro tem will conduct the Senate calendar when members return.
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The Utah State Senate closed its 45-day session with speeches from the governor and Senate leaders, a recap of measures on education, housing, infrastructure and tax relief, and a final motion by the majority to 'adjourn sine die' that passed by voice vote.
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Senate approves House Bill 560 to repeal enjoined abortion clinic licensing provisions under suspension.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Regner Beach anticipates $152,917 in expenses and revenue of $129,586 for 2024.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
West Bend reveals lineup of 56 events including Easter Egg Hunt and fishing clinic.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board discusses special education plan updates and essential areas of focus for students.
Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Five institutions confirmed participation in new $10 million stipend program for students this semester.
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Senate approves House Bill 433 for saline aquifer management and House Bill 358 for inmate care.
Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Maryland reports 58% FAFSA completion rate, boosted by timing changes and increased applications.
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Senate passes bill regulating beekeeping practices near municipalities in Utah.
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Senate passes House Bill 515 for election recount and prison security enhancements
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
City Council greenlights events including Downtown Farmers Market and Music on Maine.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Unionville-Chadds Ford described plans to expand structured-literacy (science-of-reading) training for K'12 staff, perform an elementary English curriculum resource review, add reading support in full-day kindergarten (starting 2025'26), and align professional development with Chapter 49 requirements and pending state bills.
Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Maryland Higher Education Commission staff told the subcommittee that FAFSA data delays are pushing award notifications into March–May; MHEC described a new 'MHEC 1 app' to centralize state scholarship applications and outlined a $10 million teacher retention/stipend program beginning this academic year.
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Senate amends bill to enhance child protection against harmful social media practices.
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Senators discuss potential constitutional violations of HB 514 allowing school chaplains.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Project staff told the commission they expect Ridge Run cabin plans to be ready for bidding next month, that Quass Creek parking seal-coating is funded ($25,000) for fall work, and that downtown planters (original $40,000 alternate) will require additional logistics and maintenance plans.
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Utah Senate concludes session by passing significant mental health and education legislation.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff described a steering and full-committee process to redesign Patton Middle School's schedule, narrowed priorities to adult-student relationships, student agency/unstructured time, and equitable course time, and proposed focus groups and faculty input toward a possible 2025'26 implementation.
Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
Maryland Public Television told the subcommittee a $1.0 million contingent reduction in the BRFA would be "detrimental," citing local programming and national reach; DLS noted a $1.0M contingent reduction and asked MPT to explain declines in membership and contributions.
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Senate approves funding for transit grants and modifies Department of Natural Resources appointments.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Unionville-Chadds Ford staff described an informational review of gifted services at Patton, said gifted services will be aligned with Chapter 16 and legal counsel, and pledged stakeholder engagement including parent groups and student representation to shape any recommendations.
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Senate passes House Bills addressing child exploitation and support for crime victims.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
The commission approved a slate of 10 fee-waived special events including Bachfest, a new Regner Park beer garden and several community fundraisers, granted permits for the downtown farmers market and Music on Maine and accepted multiple donations to support programs.
Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee, Budget and Taxation Committee, SENATE, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Maryland
The Department of Information Technology’s FY25 allowance rises about $50.2 million, driven by a $50.0 million security program; DLS flagged declines in training, patch compliance and project scheduling and recommended restrictions on general funds until required ITPRs are filed.
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The Utah Senate passed legislation placing restrictions on engagement-driven social-media design for minors and creating an affirmative defense for platforms that limit minors’ use (under three hours/day and restricted between 10:30 p.m. and 6 a.m.); sponsors said verification and privacy approaches were developed with industry stakeholders.
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The Utah Senate processed a long list of bills late in the session. This roundup lists notable measures that received final action, the outcomes, and brief descriptions of what each bill does.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff presented a three-year Special Education Plan required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, outlined identification methods, caseload and facility requirements, behavior-support protocols, and a public-review and submission timeline with an April board vote and May 1 PDE submission deadline.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
Eight educators consent to license surrenders over contract breaches and ethics violations.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
A staff court-condition assessment found Barton Park and Villa Park courts in poor condition and recommended capital planning for resurfacing or full replacement; Ridge Run and Quass Creek were noted as candidates for resurfacing and possible pickleball conversion.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
School board encourages community participation in upcoming 75th Annual Chaddsworth Elementary Art Show.
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The Senate approved a fifth substitute to House Bill 272 addressing child custody proceedings. Sponsors said the substitute clarifies therapy protections for at‑risk children, requires custody experts to have domestic‑violence training, and reflects stakeholder input from courts and advocacy groups.
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The Utah Senate passed House Bill 3, a package of appropriations adjustments totaling $556 million in additional appropriations and a series of targeted investments including infrastructure, higher education and housing programs; the bill passed 28–0 and will be returned to the House for signature.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Chester County prepares to approve $339M budget to expand special education services and facilities.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
Doctor Van Cleve shares Mississippi's educator shortage survey results to ensure effective teaching.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
The West Bend Parks and Recreation Commission approved a $152,917.42 operating budget for Regner Beach, projecting a roughly $23,330 net loss in 2024 and relying on a new inflatable attraction and county subsidy to reduce the shortfall.
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The Utah Senate passed First Substitute House Bill 238 on the final day after sponsor testimony that artificially generated explicit images of children often derive from or aggregate real victims and should be treated as child exploitation. The bill passed under suspension of the rules (23–0, 6 absent).