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NM HB131

NM HB131
Asst. Secretary Of Hispanic Education


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Introduced
01/19/2021
In Committee
03/12/2021
Crossed Over
03/06/2021
Passed
Dead
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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