This week saw continued movement on budget bills in the House and Senate. The Senate released their Education Appropriations bill, which included a $6.5 million increase in Community College State General Aid. This bill passed out of committee. The House also released their Economic Development Appropriations bill, which included a...
Next Webinar: April 21 at 4:00 p.m. - What to Do Before You Cut the Ribbon: Chad Alley with Estes Construction Kyle from Estes Construction will be discussing key things stakeholders, including Trustees, Presidents, and community members, should think about before they start a new building project. Register in advance...
IACCT Executive Director visits Iowa Valley Board of Trustees The Iowa Valley Community College (IVCCD) Board of Directors at the meeting Wednesday heard from Association of Community College Trustees (IACCT) Executive Director Emily Shields. “I’m very passionate about community colleges,” Shields said. “I think they’re the most important part of...
Bill List as of April 16, 2021 Category Bill # Bill Explanation Comments Registration Status Appropriations SF595 Economic Development Appropriations 4/6 Introduced and referred to Appropriations. 4/7 Committee approved. Appropriations HF868 Education Appropriations 4/8 Approps Education Subcommittee meeting. 4/12 Committee approved 15-0. Appropriations SF596 Education Appropriations 4/13 Introduced, placed on...