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Committee proposes adding IDAPA and Education Department references to policy language
Summary
Members recommended explicitly citing the Idaho Administrative Procedures Act and the Idaho Department of Education in Policy 1300P so district policies align with state rules and guidance.
During review of Policy 1300P, a committee member suggested and Chair confirmed adding explicit references so the policy reads that all district policy "shall conform to local, state, and federal laws as well as the rules and regulations within the Idaho Administrative Procedures Act and the Idaho Department of Education." The exchange centered on precise legal naming — Chair read "Idaho Administrative Procedures Act" aloud to confirm the phrasing.
Committee members emphasized that including IDAPA and the Department of Education makes legal alignment explicit and reduces uncertainty when applying policies. No formal vote was taken; the committee agreed to incorporate the language in the draft for the full board to review.
