GOP introduces new bilingual bill in Colorado Senate
Colorado Senate Republicans moved to bypass Governor Lamm's veto by introducing a new bilingual-bicultural education bill. Senator Hugh Fowler of Littleton introduced the measure as House Rep. Carl Showalter of Greeley said the bill would be carried forward, echoing features of the previous proposal despite uncertain GOP support from some members.
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Bilingual bill sparks GOP rift as Showalter veto clash looms
Senate debate centers on Gov Lamm veto clash over a $2.1 million bilingual education funding approach. Key sponsors Fowler and Rep Tom Tancredo face potential support doubts from Duane Woodard and other Republican leaders as a shorter session nears and no broad bilingual bill ally emerges.
Panel OKs 23.7 Million School Funds Increase
Denver lawmakers back a bill boosting Colorado Public School Foundation act funding by nearly 23.7 million dollars, adding 140 per student in state aid while keeping current Senate figures. Debate centered on amending the financing formula. opponents argued about equality and potential lawsuits, with interim studies proposed.
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Felony sentencing reform gains Senate nod despite House doubt
Colorado senators approve a watered down felony sentencing bill aimed at replacing indeterminate sentences with uniform terms. Rep. Anne Gorsuch denounces a Ralph Cote amendment that would allow parole after half the term only if strict criteria are met. She vows to seek removal in the House.
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