Iowa House advances AEA reform bill amid education funding clash
After a Thursday vote the bill advances, aiming to reform Area Education Agencies and boost school funding and teacher pay. Republicans say the measure strengthens oversight and district control, while Democrats argue it risks special education services and call for a slower process and a task force.
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Windsor Heights
Aeas
AEA
Chad Ingels
Randalia
Senate
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Department of Education
Climate change to lift food prices and inflation worldwide
A study using 20,000 data points links extreme heat to rising food costs and broader inflation. Researchers warn heat-related productivity losses push food inflation higher, with stronger effects in hotter regions and a projected global inflation uptick through mid century.
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Potsdam Institute For Climate Impact Research
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Columbia University
Business School
European Bank
Kotz
Romania
Hungary
Europe
Frances Moore
University of California, Davis
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London
Associated Press
Alabama bill expands Don't Say Gay to all K-12
Alabama lawmakers push a broader version of the Don't Say Gay measure expanding the ban on sexual orientation and gender identity instruction from kindergarten through fifth grade to all grades. The proposal also bars Pride flag displays in classrooms and restricts district staff attire and insignia related to gender identity. The bill moves to the full House after committee approval amid debate over indoctrination and bullying.
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Ala
Alabama
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Mobile
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