Colorado Senate Education Committee Advances Opioid Education Bill in Schools

Overview: The Colorado Senate Education Committee recently convened to deliberate on significant legislative measures, with a focus on addressing the opioid crisis through educational initiatives in schools. The committee reviewed House Bill 1293, aiming to implement opioid awareness and response education for high school students, mandating naloxone training as part of the curriculum. Additionally, the committee briefly discussed Senate Bill 123, which sought to commemorate the Sand Creek Massacre but was postponed indefinitely at the sponsor’s request.

Colorado House Education Committee Debates Trauma-Informed School Safety and Teacher Housing Bills

Overview: The Colorado House Education Committee meeting focused on two pivotal legislative issues: the implementation of trauma-informed school safety drills and addressing housing challenges for educators through the Public School Permanent Fund.

Colorado House Committee Explores Trauma-Informed Safety Drills and Housing Assistance for Educators

Overview: The Colorado House Education Committee engaged in discussions about two critical legislative proposals: Senate Bill 27, which focuses on creating trauma-informed school safety drills, and Senate Bill 167, aimed at enhancing community investments to support public school employees’ housing needs.

Michigan House Education Committee Discusses Boosting Conservation District Funding Amid Challenges

Overview: In a meeting focused on the future of conservation in Michigan, the House Education Committee explored the need for increased funding for conservation districts, addressing both the financial constraints these entities face and their significant role in managing Michigan’s natural resources. The discussion encompassed the economic, operational, and environmental impacts of conservation efforts.

Michigan Senate Committee Debates Bill Mandating School Cell Phone Policies

Overview: The Michigan Senate Education Committee recently engaged in a discussion on Senate Bill 234, which proposes that all public school districts in the state develop and implement cell phone policies aimed at reducing student distractions during school hours. This bill, if enacted, would offer school districts the flexibility to create tailored policies appropriate for their specific needs while mandating that all districts address the issue of cell phone use.