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Committee advances bill to protect full‑time virtual programs; Cloverport’s program addressed in committee substitute
Summary
Senate Bill 268 to clarify and protect full‑time virtual education programs moved forward in committee after testimony from Cloverport officials and parents. The bill includes a sunset and reporting provisions to monitor outcomes for the Cloverport virtual program through mid‑2028.
Senate Bill 268, which updates statutes governing full‑time virtual education programs and establishes oversight and reporting provisions, advanced from the Senate Standing Committee on Education after testimony from rural Cloverport officials, parents and district representatives.
Senator Aaron Reid, co-presenting the bill with Senator West, said SB 268 “ensures that students aren't left behind by allowing full-time virtual programs to continue operating with the structure and stability families deserve.” He said the bill makes updates to reflect how virtual programs operate and adds guardrails to ensure accountability and quality.
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