Education Issues Roundup, Starring the AEL
Following Gov. Hobbs’ State of the State yesterday, plenty of reaction came in from all corners. Given the governor’s strong statement on the Constitutional Aggregate Expenditure Limit, news outlets are talking about it. Missed the speech? Catch this recap of the Legislature’s opening day from AZ EdNews.
Ahead of the beginning of session yesterday, representatives from ASBA and other education organizations appeared on radio and television to outline big issues for the coming session, which predictably also included the AEL. Check it out:
Arizona Horizon (KAET Ch. 8): What education advocates hope to see from Legislators
Education Doomsday Looms
Don’t let anyone forget the urgency of passing an AEL override as soon as possible. The clock at educationdoomsday.com certainly doesn’t. Currently it’s nearing 50 days until $1.2B is cut from Arizona’s schools. Feel free to share the clock on social media to let everyone know you’re paying attention and they should be, too.
Get Ready to Take Action
ASBA is now using Capitol Canary as its platform for advocacy actions. It’s easy enough to get signed up to get matched with your Legislators and get notified of actions directly. Just click here or, if you prefer, text JOINASBA to 52886. Make sure to put in your home address to get matched with your correct elected officials (ASBA does not ever sell or share your personal information). Tell your Friends!
Chamber Status
The House of Representatives is adjourned until Thursday at 1:15 p.m.
The Senate is adjourned until Thursday at 1:30 p.m.