Biden Extends Student Loan Payment Pause Again, but Will Forgiveness Happen?
Ryan StevensOver the last few years, there has been much discussion around student loans and the possibility of broad student loan forgiveness, particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As noted in our previous student loan forgiveness update,...
Tuition-Free College Legislation Signed by NM Governor
Ryan StevensOn March 4th, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship Act into law, providing for tuition-free college for most New Mexico residents. The program is set to be the most...
Virtual Snow Day Legislation: Could the Future of Snow Days be in Jeopardy?
Ryan StevensTechnological advancements in recent years have made virtual learning a possibility for K–12 schools. With virtual learning a possibility, some states and schools are looking to eliminate snow days and allow classes and instruction to...
In the Loop: What’s in the Build Back Better Act
John ZangOn November 19, 2021, the House passed a $2 trillion reconciliation bill—the Build Back Better Act—to implement key elements of President Joe Biden’s economic agenda. The bill has faced an uphill battle in the Senate,...
Mask Mandates in Schools: Where Does Your State Stand?
Ryan StevensMany states began dialing back their COVID restrictions earlier this spring and summer, including mask wearing. However, with the Delta variant of COVID-19 becoming more prevalent and the CDC issuing new guidance, more states and...
Critical Race Theory Bans: 2021 Legislative Update
Ryan StevensIn an attempt to suppress the teaching of critical race theory and other racial and legal concepts, many states have passed or are considering legislation banning teachers’ from discussing aspects of race, justice, history, and...
State Capital Weekly Recap: July 16th Edition
Ryan StevensIn this week’s State Capital Recap, lawmakers around the country addressed various issues including guaranteed income, medical and recreational marijuana, critical race theory, to-go cocktails, and more. California California lawmakers scheduled a vote Thursday on a bill...
The Biden Administration’s Budget Proposal Highlights
John ZangThe Biden administration released the full version of its fiscal 2022 budget. The budget calls for $6 trillion in spending and a deficit of $1.8 trillion; deficits would exceed $1 trillion for a decade. It...
School Choice Legislation: 2021 Update
Ryan StevensIn the year 2021, many states passed new school choice legislation or legislation expanding existing school choice programs. School choice comes in many different forms across the country. However, almost every state has some system...
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