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Committee advances bill to create K–12 energy curriculum and teacher training paid from legacy federal funds
Summary
The committee recommended House Bill 157, which would have the Office of Energy Development create free K–12 energy curriculum and professional development for teachers and convene a workforce advisory group; supporters said the program uses existing federal funds in the office.
The Senate Education Committee voted to send House Bill 157, an energy‑education bill, to the full Senate with a favorable recommendation.
Representative (presenter) introduced HB157 as a measure to develop K–12 energy curriculum, provide professional development for science teachers, and create a workforce‑development advisory group composed of energy and education professionals to align training with industry needs. Harry Hansen of the Office of Energy Development told the committee…
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