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Hermene Council adopts resolution opposing Education Freedom Act as written
Summary
The Hermene City Council voted to approve Resolution R‑0125‑1 opposing the Governor’s Education Freedom Act in its current form, citing concerns that the voucher-style bill would divert public funds to private entities and could conflict with the state constitution.
The Hermene City Council voted Jan. 21 to adopt Resolution R‑0125‑1 opposing the governor’s Education Freedom Act as it is currently written.
Council members said the resolution — taken from a county commission model — expresses concern that provisions in the proposed law would redirect public education funds to private entities. Council members and staff said they consulted local educators and…
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