Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 3/21/2024 - 5:30 PM
Category: Reports and Communications from the Board Clerk/Chief Officer, Office of Board Governance
Type: Info
Subject: 1. Monthly Report, with Possible Action, on Legislative Activities Affecting MPS
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
Goal 2
Student, Family and Community Engagement
Goal 3
Effective and Efficient Operations
Policy: 1.02 - Goals
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Background: The Wisconsin State Legislature has adjourned and unless called into special session we will not see any activity on legislation until January of 2025.

President Biden has introduced his Executive Budget which includes significant increases to support students, the budget proposed by the House would dramatically decrease funding for schools and cut Title I funds that support student in poverty by 80%.
Fiscal Impact Statement: This item does not authorize expenditures.
Implementation and Assessment Plan The district will continue to pursue appropriate support for students as part of the MPS Legislative Agenda.
Recommendation:
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist
Signed By:
Jill Kawala - Interim Director/Board Clerk