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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
03/12/2021
03/12/2021
Crossed Over
03/06/2021
03/06/2021
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION; CREATING THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF HISPANIC EDUCATION IN THE HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING DUTIES; CREATING THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF HISPANIC EDUCATION IN THE PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING DUTIES; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
AI Summary
This bill creates the position of Assistant Secretary of Hispanic Education in both the Higher Education Department and the Public Education Department. The Assistant Secretaries will have a range of duties, including advising on policy, supporting family and community engagement, providing resources and professional development, and collaborating with the Hispanic Education Advisory Council. The bill also expands the purpose of the Hispanic Education Act to focus on equity, family engagement, and culturally relevant curricula and pedagogy. Additionally, the bill requires annual reports on the status of Hispanic education from pre-kindergarten through post-secondary levels, and appropriates $110,000 to hire an Assistant Secretary in the Higher Education Department.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SEC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 03/12/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=131&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0131.pdf |
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