Capital Update
Printer-Friendly
Email Article
Reprints
Comments Capital Update tracks the movement of legislation, the introduction of notable bills, and routine regulatory announcements.
Legislative Action
1996 Budget
A conference committee began work last week on reconciling differences between the fiscal 1996 budget resolutions approved by the House and Senate. Both are long-term plans that call for reductions in education spending.
D.C. Schools
The House oversight subcommittee of the Economic and Educational Opportunities Committee held a hearing last week on the District of Columbia school system, featuring representatives of companies that manage public schools under contract.
Youth Development
S 673
The Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee held a hearing last week on a proposal to replace 23 youth-oriented programs--including dropout-prevention, drug-free-schools, and anti-crime programs--with a block grant administered by community boards.
Youth Violence
The Senate Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on Youth Violence held a hearing last week on issues related to welfare, illegitimacy, and juvenile violence.
Web Only
We encourage lively debate, but please be respectful of others. Profanity and personal attacks are prohibited. By commenting, you are agreeing to abide by our user agreement.
All comments are public.