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Controversial HB 283 would narrow statutory list of subjects comprising an "adequate education"; hearing drew hundreds of opponents
Summary
HB 283, introduced by Representative Dan McGuire, would narrow New Hampshire’s statutory list of subjects that constitute an “adequate education”; the bill drew extensive opposition from educators, parents, faith leaders and students who warned of widening inequities and of harming civic, cultural and workforce readiness.
Representative Dan McGuire introduced HB 283 as a proposal to narrow the list of subjects statutorily defined as an “adequate education” under RSA 193‑E. McGuire told the committee the current statutory list, expanded over time, consumes limited instructional time and that trimming the list would let districts concentrate on core reading, math and science skills.
In nearly five hours of testimony the committee heard strong and widespread opposition. Teachers, superintendents, school board representatives, higher‑education faculty, clergy, parents and students told the committee removing subjects would damage students’ readiness for both higher education and civic life.…
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