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This bill amends the Hispanic Education Act to expand its purpose and modify the structure of the Hispanic Education Advisory Council. The bill strengthens the act's focus on preserving New Mexico's Hispanic heritage and Spanish language, while also emphasizing educational support for Hispanic students by creating mechanisms for collaboration between schools, parents, community organizations, and policymakers. Specifically, the bill requires the Hispanic Education Advisory Council to meet at least twice annually during biannual Hispanic Education Summits, with the secretary of education appointing up to 23 members from diverse backgrounds including schools, post-secondary education, parents, cultural organizations, and community groups. Council members will now be eligible to receive per diem and mileage compensation, and the council's core mission remains advising the secretary on improving educational opportunities for Hispanic students, with a particular focus on increasing graduation rates, post-secondary enrollment, and long-term success. The bill aims to create a more structured and supportive approach to addressing educational challenges and opportunities for Hispanic students in New Mexico.

Education

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