Idaho Capitol Watch
Senate Education Committee - Jan 29, 2025 - 3:00 PM - January 29, 2025
Senate Education Committee heard presentations from university presidents on achievements and DEI updates, advanced RS 32031 on cursive proficiency to prin
Senate Education Committee heard presentations from university presidents on achievements and DEI updates, advanced RS 32031 on cursive proficiency to print, and held S 1017 on self-directed learner reimbursements in committee after heated debate.
Key topics
- University Presidents' Presentations
- DEI Resolution Implementation
- RS 32031 Cursive Proficiency
- S 1017 Self-Directed Learner Reimbursements
Session highlights
- Chair Dave Lent welcomes university presidents for presentations.
- Dr. Cynthia Pemberton (LC State) opens with institutional overview and collective achievements.
- Presidents highlight enrollment growth, economic returns, low debt, and workforce programs.
- Sen. Tammy Nichols requests DEI resolution updates; presidents report minimal impact and center closures.
- Sen. Nichols presents RS 32031 for cursive proficiency; motion to print carries unanimously.
Bills discussed
Duration: 1h 47m ยท 5 participants
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