Navigating Indiana’s 2025 Educational Legislation
Summary
In this episode, Melissa discusses the educational bills being presented to the Indiana legislature for 2025. She provides an overview of both Senate and House bills, highlighting key proposals and their implications for education in Indiana. The conversation emphasizes the importance of staying informed about legislative changes and encourages listeners to engage with their representatives.
Takeaways
Educational bills are crucial for understanding legislative changes.
Engaging with legislators early can influence outcomes.
Senate Bill 11 focuses on social media access for minors.
Senate Bill 34 simplifies literacy endorsement requirements.
House Bill 1041 addresses eligibility in interscholastic sports.
Senate Bill 36 mandates direct services from school counselors.
Senate Bills
Senate Bill 11 – Minor Access and Use of Social Media
Senate Bill 16 – Expulsion and Suspension
Senate Bill 34 – Literacy Endorsement
Senate Bill 35 – School Curriculum
Senate Bill 36 – School Counselors
Senate Bill 67 – Secured School Safety Grants
Senate Bill 110 – School Based Health Centers
Senate Bill 148 – Loans from the Common School Fund
Senate Bill 150 – East Chicago School Board Elections
Senate Bill 167 – Seizure Training Requirements
House Bills
House Bill 1016- School Safety Commission
House Bill 1041 – Student Eligibility in Interscholastic Sports
House Bill 1045 – Teacher Compensation
House Bill 1046 – State Educational Institution Supplier Diversity
House Bill 1064 – School Athletic Events
House Bill 1069 – Tuition Caps
House Bill 1070 – Hunger Free Campus Grant Program
House Bill 1071 – Resident Tuition Rate
House Bill 1102 – Contracting for Preschool Programs
House Bill 1136 – School Corporation Reorganization
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