Senate Approves School Financial Management Bill
A bill focused on school financial problems stirring up heated debate has received approval by lawmakers in the Senate.
A bill focused on school financial problems stirring up heated debate has received approval by lawmakers in the Senate.
An Indiana Senate committee has decided to postpone voting on a controversial school financials bill because of its effect on Muncie and Gary schools. Some committee members say the bill too radically changes plans lawmakers approved last session.
Lawmakers will consider legislation this session, that would create a type of early warning system to to help identify schools facing significant financial problems. The state took over Gary and Muncie Community Schools last year after their finances reached crisis levels. Now, Sen. Eddie Melton (D-Gary) has filed legislation to prevent more major state takeovers […]
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