The Capitol was crowded and bustling today, but Day 16 was lean on education activity with the exception of publication of a notice for tomorrow's hearing on HB 268 by Rep. Holt Persinger (R-Winder), which addresses school safety issues.
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House Education Subcommittee to Hear Comprehensive School Safety Legislation Tomorrow
Tune in tomorrow at 1 p.m. for a hearing on House leadership's comprehensive school safety bill. The PAGE-supported legislation covers student data sharing, false threats to schools, threat assessment, parental responsibility, and many other aspects of school safety. Thus, the hearing is scheduled for three hours.
PAGE will be on-site participating in the meeting and will publish a full report on HB 268 and subcommittee discussion.
PAGE Day on Capitol Hill Feb. 18
Join us Tuesday, Feb. 18, for PAGE Day on Capitol Hill. In partnership with the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL) and the Georgia Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (GACTE), the event will provide PAGE members an opportunity to learn about important education policy initiatives and meet state policymakers.
Attendees will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch. During the morning session, attendees will hear from legislators and other policymakers on pertinent education policy issues, including education funding, Georgia's teacher pipeline, the Teacher Retirement System, and more.
Mid-morning, attendees will engage in advocacy and direct dialogue with legislators under the Gold Dome. The event culminates in a lunch buffet during which state leaders will share remarks.
Upcoming Schedule
Thursday, Feb. 13 - Legislative Day 17
1 p.m. House Education Policy Subcommittee, 506 CLOB
1 p.m. Senate Education & Youth, 450 CAP