During the session this week, House Republicans brought a motion to bring up a bill that would empower local school districts to make the best decisions for their districts and remove the Governor’s ability to unilaterally keep schools closed. A similar bill passed its first committee in the Senate earlier this month.
Getting kids safely back in the classroom has to be our top priority, and a one-size-fits-all policy like we’ve had for the last year has failed in that goal. The bill we voted to bring up for debate this week would restore power to our local school districts to make decisions locally. We have elected our school board members to make decisions that work best for our community and students, and it is time to let them do that.
This week in the Human Services Finance and Policy Committee, we discussed two bills related to support for parents of children with disabilities. Especially this past year, families’ finances are wavering, and getting services for children with disabilities can be very complicated. We had a great conversation in committee about these bills, and we can all agree how important it is to help these children and their families. I look forward to continuing work on this important issue.
It’s an honor and privilege to work for you at the Capitol. Don’t hesitate to contact my office at any time this session to share your thoughts, concerns, or ideas. I am here to serve you!
Deb Kiel
