Committee Summary for House Education Policy and Administration (01/29/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1571 00:05:40.960 - 9:00:41 AM	Public Hearing	requiring the department of education to review statewide academic standards and curriculum and making an appropriation therefor.	Noble, Kristin(R)[A+]2025
HB1055 01:39:31.520 - 10:34:32 AM	Executive Session	granting the state board of education rulemaking authority relative to student use of cell phones and personal communication devices in schools.	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025
HB1077 01:42:25.119 - 10:37:26 AM	Executive Session	including domestic violence prevention as a wellness subject to be taught to pupils.	Scherr, Buzz(D)[D-]2025
HB1122 01:44:37.280 - 10:39:38 AM	Executive Session	requiring all high school students to learn about hunting, wildlife management, and responsible firearms usage.	McFarlane, Donald(R)[A]2025
HB1493 01:48:03.520 - 10:43:04 AM	Executive Session	relative to health education and requiring pupils to view certain videos demonstrating gestational development of the heart, brain, and other vital organs.	Sellers, John(R)[A-]2025
HB1524 01:53:40.400 - 10:48:41 AM	Executive Session	requiring a logic and critical thinking course within the state high school education curriculum.	Read, Ellen(D)[D]2025
HB1628 01:56:57.520 - 10:51:58 AM	Executive Session	requiring schools to provide excused absences for certain religious instruction, defining released time courses, and permitting schools to adopt policies and provide credit for released time courses.	MacDonald, Wayne(R)[B+]2025
HB1731 03:51:51.840 - 12:46:52 PM	Executive Session	relative to the creation of an educational opportunities information system.	Noble, Kristin(R)[A+]2025
HB1808 03:54:51.359 - 12:49:52 PM	Executive Session	establishing the position of academic research and improvement performance data analyst in the department of education and making an appropriation therefor.	Ladd, Rick(R)[B+]2025
HB1819 03:58:00.479 - 12:53:01 PM	Executive Session	relative to review of education freedom account service providers.	Bricchi, Tracy(D)[D-]2025
HB1830 04:01:50.720 - 12:56:51 PM	Executive Session	requiring firearm safety education in all public schools.	Roy, Terry(R)[B]2025
HB1267 04:05:53.199 - 1:00:54 PM	Executive Session	prohibiting school district attorneys and non-school personnel from questioning students without their parent or guardian present.	Sheehan, Vanessa(R)[A-]2025
HB1129 04:15:21.920 - 1:10:22 PM	Executive Session	authorizing superintendents or their designee to allow limited use of personal laptops and tablets in schools and establishing that such use is exempted under school cell phone use policies.	Hall, Muriel(D)[CT]2025
HB1571 04:24:13.199 - 1:19:14 PM	Executive Session	requiring the department of education to review statewide academic standards and curriculum and making an appropriation therefor.	Noble, Kristin(R)[A+]2025
HB1264 04:37:05.760 - 1:32:06 PM	Executive Session	increasing the requirements of the education freedom savings account oversight committee and modifying the purpose of the committee.	Balboni, Peggy(D)[CT]2025
HB1573 2026396h 04:48:40.080 - 1:43:41 PM	Executive Session	permitting excused absences for students participating in civic engagement or attending a career or technical education event.	Thibault, James(R)[A]2025
HB1635 04:57:43.440 - 1:52:44 PM	Executive Session	modifying the requirements of suicide prevention education policies in schools.	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025
HB1716 05:03:36.000 - 1:58:37 PM	Executive Session	relative to the academic accountability of education freedom accounts.	Bricchi, Tracy(D)[D-]2025
HB1820 05:15:20.320 - 2:10:21 PM	Executive Session	requiring the department of education to administer the education freedom account program.	Luneau, David(D)[CT]2025
HB1834 05:24:20.798 - 2:19:21 PM	Executive Session	relative to the education freedom account enrollment cap.	Weinstein, Toni(D)[F]2025
HB1834 05:34:37.600 - 2:29:38 PM	Executive Session	relative to the education freedom account enrollment cap.	Weinstein, Toni(D)[F]2025

HB1571: Representative Kristen Noble, Hillsboro District 2, town of Bedford Support00:05:40.960 - 9:00:41 AM; Representative Noble introduced the bill, explaining it directs the Department of Education to revise academic standards, which have not been updated in years and are not high quality, particularly in math. The bill also requires creating a list of high-quality, aligned curricula and materials for districts to select from, though she suggests changing 'shall' to 'may' to avoid mandates. She noted crossed-out sections in the bill draft were errors and would be fixed via amendment to move content to the correct statutory location (193-C:2). The bill includes updating assessments, with a multi-year fiscal plan outlined in the fiscal note.
HB1571: Marie Banfield, parental rights advocate Support00:10:50.480 - 9:05:51 AM; Marie Banfield supports the bill and the change from 'shall' to 'may' for local control. She criticizes current standards adopted 15-20 years ago, including Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, for leading to stagnant or declining student achievement. She highlights issues in math standards, such as delayed algebra, confusing multiple strategies causing student frustration, overemphasis on communication over computation, and lack of automaticity in basic operations. She references critiques from experts like Dr. Sandra Stotsky, Dr. James Milgram, and Jason Zimba, noting Common Core's inadequacies for STEM preparation. Banfield argues for updating to rigorous standards like Massachusetts' pre-Common Core model to improve equity and quality, and supports the department providing a recommended curriculum list without mandating it. She notes declining NH 8th grade math scores since Common Core adoption and flaws in English and science standards.
HB1571: Nate Green, Division Director, New Hampshire Department of Education Information Only00:23:15.520 - 9:18:16 AM; Nate Green clarified distinctions between minimum standards (ED 306 regulations under the State Board) and academic standards (e.g., Common Core). He explained the struck-out paragraph in the bill refers to minimum standards, requiring amendment. On assessments, he noted federal requirements tie state assessments to adopted standards, involving a two-year update process plus US Department of Education peer review. Costs vary: $200-500k for minor revisions, $1-2M for major ones, plus $2.5M annual administration. Revisions involve experts and stakeholders, approved by the State Board. He discussed potential need to revise math, ELA, and science together due to vendor contracts. The standards apply to all public school students (including charters) for federal funding, but not homeschool or private schools. The Department currently does not provide curriculum lists due to local control and lack of resources; this would require new funding. The full process, including district implementation, would take more than two years beyond standards revision. A 10-year revision cycle is sensible but not in current rules.
HB1571: Caitlyn Bernier Information Only00:37:28.880 - 9:32:29 AM; No testimony provided in the transcript; speaker called but did not speak before the provided content ends.
HB1571: Caitlyn Bernier, Merrimack Oppose00:38:15.520 - 9:33:16 AM; Caitlyn Bernier from Merrimack opposes HB 1571, arguing that existing academic standards and curriculum frameworks already allow local school districts flexibility to address specific needs. She highlights her involvement in the Merrimack school budget and planning committees and shares how the district successfully adopted a new reading curriculum four years ago, leading to significant improvements in reading scores above the state average. She emphasizes that mandating a statewide curriculum would restrict local control, impose unfunded costs for professional development and subscriptions (hundreds of thousands of dollars), and add to existing burdens on property taxpayers without state funding. During questioning, she details the piloting process and costs (e.g., $200,000+ for professional development and $250,000 initial for programs like Wit and Wisdom, plus annual consumables), notes availability of grants like Title I and 603 literacy, and supports changing 'shall' to 'may' for more flexibility. She welcomes the committee's interest in reviewing burdensome mandates.
HB1055: Representative Panel (motion maker) Vote01:39:31.520 - 10:34:32 AM; Motion to find inexpedient to legislate (ITL) on HB 1055, as it grants broad rulemaking authority to the state board, conflicting with existing statute that delegates policymaking to local school districts for cell phone bans. Second supports agreement. No other discussion. Vote: 15 yes, 0 no (consent).
HB1055: Representative Arino Vote01:39:31.520 - 10:34:32 AM; Supports ITL, agreeing with the motion.
HB1077: Representative Freeman (motion maker) Vote01:42:25.119 - 10:37:26 AM; Motion to ITL on HB 1077, as the state takes a hands-off approach to curriculum, districts can already include this in health education, and it may cause unanticipated consequences. Discussion notes interpersonal relationships are already in law. Second adds support. Vote: 16 yes, 0 no (consent).
HB1077: Second (unnamed) Vote01:42:25.119 - 10:37:26 AM; Adds that interpersonal relationships education was available in the 90s.
HB1122: Representative Peternell (motion maker) Vote01:44:37.280 - 10:39:38 AM; Motion to ITL on HB 1122, a mandate requiring high school students to learn hunting, wildlife management, and firearms usage, permitted since 1953. It would expand adequate education definition, require significant funding (tens of millions to education trust fund), and involve DOE and Fish & Game collaboration. Amendment still mandates; testimony from Prospect Mountain shows it's optional and easy under current law. Representative Hall clarifies Boh High's program is a summer elective. Second agrees. Vote: 16 yes, 0 no (consent).
HB1122: Second (unnamed) Vote01:44:37.280 - 10:39:38 AM; Agrees with motion maker.
HB1122: Representative Hall Information Only01:46:47.360 - 10:41:48 AM; Clarifies that Boh High's hunter safety program is a two-week summer elective for credit, not part of regular school, correcting prior testimony.
HB1493: Representative Peternell (motion maker) Vote01:48:03.520 - 10:43:04 AM; Motion to ITL on HB 1493, another unfunded mandate burdening educators. Commends sponsor but notes the topic (gestational development video from Live Action, 'Baby Olivia') is optional basic biology science, available since 1966 book 'A Child is Born'. Recommends schools display the book. Second notes bill introduces broader category than needed. Representative Hall calls video propaganda, not scientific, and wouldn't show it. Representative Celic says gestation is already taught in child development curriculum; video inaccurate per her child. Representative McDonald votes no due to conscience. Vote: 15 yes, 1 no (consent).
HB1493: Second (unnamed) Vote01:48:03.520 - 10:43:04 AM; Bill's manner is excessive, though concept of gestational biology video is fine.
HB1493: Representative Hall Oppose01:51:10.320 - 10:46:11 AM; Watched the video and finds it propaganda, not scientific; as an educator, wouldn't show it to students.
HB1493: Representative Celic Information Only01:51:41.360 - 10:46:42 AM; Gestation process is already taught in child development; video inaccurate to scientific information per her child.
HB1493: Representative McDonald Oppose01:51:41.360 - 10:46:42 AM; Sensitive topic of conscience; cannot vote for ITL.
HB1524: Representative Belchure (motion maker) Vote01:53:40.400 - 10:48:41 AM; Motion to ITL on HB 1524, a misnomer as it mandates computer use and digital literacy in existing logic and rhetoric fields, another mandate with problematic content. Representative Cornell notes critical thinking already embedded in high school classes. Representative Balbone adds DOE's Nate Green mentioned a half-credit logic/rhetoric course for 2026-27. Second agrees. Vote: 16 yes, 0 no (consent).
HB1524: Second (unnamed) Vote01:53:40.400 - 10:48:41 AM; No discussion.
HB1524: Representative Cornell Information Only01:54:54.000 - 10:49:55 AM; Critical thinking already mandated and embedded in nearly every required high school class; bill redundant.
HB1524: Representative Balbone Information Only01:54:54.000 - 10:49:55 AM; DOE's Nate Green confirmed a half-credit logic and rhetoric course requirement added for 2026-27 school year.
HB1628: Representative Pernell Oppose01:56:57.520 - 10:51:58 AM; Moved for ITL on HB 1628, arguing it imposes another mandate on public education and attempts to create a non-existent problem, as religious institutions have managed without it.
HB1628: Representative (Unnamed) Oppose01:57:30.000 - 10:52:31 AM; Supported the ITL motion, concurring that it is an unnecessary mandate regardless of subject matter.
HB1731: Chairman Noble Oppose03:51:51.840 - 12:46:52 PM; Moved for ITL, recognizing it as a good idea but prioritizing higher-priority bills and hesitating on the big-ticket item.
HB1731: Representative Sig Information Only03:52:38.640 - 12:47:39 PM; Noted that real estate agents already access much of this information when people buy houses.
HB1808: Representative Pernell Support03:54:51.359 - 12:49:52 PM; Moved to pass, explaining the analyst's role in collecting and analyzing data to measure progress, evaluate programs, guide curriculum, and improve decision-making in education.
HB1808: Representative Hall Support03:55:51.920 - 12:50:52 PM; Supported the position as important but expressed concern over its high cost given limited funds.
HB1819: Representative Belter Oppose03:58:00.479 - 12:53:01 PM; Moved for ITL, citing technical drafting errors that may import broad anti-discrimination laws, potentially stripping religious schools' exemptions and affecting First Amendment rights.
HB1819: Unnamed Representative (Second) Oppose03:59:11.279 - 12:54:12 PM; Agreed on the need for non-discrimination compliance but noted lack of exceptions clause, supporting ITL.
HB1819: Unnamed Representative Oppose03:59:11.279 - 12:54:12 PM; Accepted the need to ITL as written but affirmed the correct intention to prevent discrimination.
HB1830: Representative Patternau Oppose04:01:50.720 - 12:56:51 PM; Moved for ITL, describing it as an unfunded mandate on schools with indeterminable costs, adding to existing academic burdens, and noting minimal information from the absent sponsor.
HB1830: Unnamed Representative (Second) Oppose04:02:54.880 - 12:57:55 PM; Supported ITL, agreeing on mandate issues but emphasizing firearm safety importance as a parental responsibility, not schools'.
HB1830: Representative NATO Oppose04:02:54.880 - 12:57:55 PM; As a pro-Second Amendment supporter, opposed the mandate and costs, believing it is parents' duty to teach firearm safety.
HB1830: Representative Belchure Oppose04:03:56.960 - 12:58:57 PM; Reflected sentiments against the mandate and suggested the Department of Education advise on using existing hunter education programs.
HB1267: Representative Lichfield Support04:05:53.199 - 1:00:54 PM; Moved for OTP, outlining the bill's requirement for school board policies needing parental consent for questioning minors, balancing investigations with student well-being, except in child welfare cases.
HB1267: Unnamed Representative (Second) Support04:06:51.680 - 1:01:52 PM; Supported OTP, citing testimony on disruptive and potentially harmful interviews without parental involvement.
HB1129: Representative Belchure Oppose04:15:21.920 - 1:10:22 PM; Moved for ITL, warning of cyber safety and privacy risks from personal devices in schools, potential disruptive content, and suggesting it signals DOE to correct any circumvention of existing laws.
HB1129: Unnamed Representative (Second) Support04:16:29.359 - 1:11:30 PM; Had no additional discussion but seconded the motion (context implies support for ITL based on vote).
HB1129: Representative Hall Support04:16:29.359 - 1:11:30 PM; Opposed ITL (supported the bill), arguing it clarifies the law and DOE advisory allowing superintendent discretion for laptops/tablets, addressing one-to-one device shortages.
HB1129: Representative Kuger Support04:17:30.960 - 1:12:31 PM; Opposed ITL, citing comments from NHEA about students needing laptops for learning, including at the Academy of Science and Design.
HB1129: Representative Murray Support04:18:38.640 - 1:13:39 PM; Opposed ITL, noting stakeholder desires for personal device access in ELL programs and challenges with one-to-one compliance across districts.
HB1129: Representative Mum Support04:19:40.880 - 1:14:41 PM; Opposed ITL, arguing against one-size-fits-all policies given diverse school needs demographically and geographically.
HB1129: Representative Selig Support04:20:33.439 - 1:15:34 PM; Opposed ITL, sharing personal example of daughter's essential use of personal device for ELO requirements.
HB1571: Unidentified Representative Information Only04:24:13.199 - 1:19:14 PM; The speaker initiates discussion on a newly received amendment for HB 1571, noting that crossed-out sections were removed and new language added as Roman numeral 2B. They mention intending it to be 2A with renumbering and ask if the order matters.
HB1264: Representative Peternell Oppose04:37:05.760 - 1:32:06 PM; Moves ITL. Explains that the committee already reviews aggregate outcomes, evaluates fiscal integrity, and recommends changes. Argues additional requirements like reviewing student data, eligibility, and EFA expenditures are duplicative. Notes video reporting may not always be prudent to protect student privacy, and IT can't handle all recordings. Agendas and minutes are already public. Suggests student data review is for legislative budget assistant or audits, not legislature. Opposes monthly meetings as it limits flexibility.
HB1264: Representative Baloney Support04:39:15.199 - 1:34:16 PM; Will not vote for ITL. Clarifies the committee failed oversight for a year, prompting the bill. Emphasizes need for consistency beyond chair's will. Notes minutes and agendas may not be posted. Argues for transparency and accountability given public interest and taxpayer money. Supports expanding duties for regular recurrence, like past reviews of eligibility and attainment.
HB1264: Representative Drive Oppose04:41:36.798 - 1:36:37 PM; Understands lack of meetings last year but opposes monthly minimum as overextending for busy representatives and senators.
HB1264: Representative Murray Support04:42:44.958 - 1:37:45 PM; Appreciates discussion but notes federal law ensures aggregate data anonymity under FERPA, addressing privacy concerns.
HB1264: Representative Celic Support04:43:47.920 - 1:38:48 PM; Emphasizes fiscal responsibility and oversight of taxpayer money. Suggests amending to quarterly meetings instead of monthly for less burden while maintaining accountability, comparing to business quarterly evaluations.
HB1264: Representative Belchure Information Only04:44:44.480 - 1:39:45 PM; Clarifies privacy: FERPA protects PII but has carveout for state oversight officials, so the committee may not have additional protection for personally identifiable information.
HB1264: Representative Balbone Support04:45:55.520 - 1:40:56 PM; Circulated amendment for OTP with amendment specifying aggregate data only, no personal student data. Intent is to inform committee for legislative recommendations to improve the program.
HB1573 2026396h: Representative Drive Support04:48:40.080 - 1:43:41 PM; Moves OTP with amendment 2026396h. Explains amendment narrows focus to CTE events like FFA, FBLA, HOSA, DECA, and 4-H, striking broader civic topics. Changes to two absences per academic year, removes section B, and strikes civic leadership. These experiences are valuable for youth.
HB1573 2026396h: Unidentified Representative Support04:50:05.920 - 1:45:06 PM; Agrees with CTE events requiring excused absences for scholarships and education. Supports including civic events, citing recent kid governor event as educational.
HB1573 2026396h: Representative Kougar Oppose04:53:15.760 - 1:48:16 PM; Representative Kougar cannot support ought to pass as amended, believing the amendment improves the bill but opposes mandating student attendance policies, favoring local control while supporting civic engagement for students.
HB1573 2026396h: Representative Celic Oppose04:53:15.760 - 1:48:16 PM; Representative Celic concurs with others, noting that principals on the seacoast approve CTE activities and student requests like field trips, so the bill is unnecessary.
HB1573 2026396h: Representative Drive Support04:54:19.520 - 1:49:20 PM; Representative Drive shares experience with 4H kids attending the Big E, noting they get one day but need more, supporting the bill for uniform policies across districts to encourage engagement in shortage areas, allowing two days off yearly.
HB1573 2026396h: Representative Freeman Support04:54:19.520 - 1:49:20 PM; Representative Freeman supports local control but argues for uniformity in this case to avoid decisions varying by superintendent or principal, emphasizing the importance of engaging young learners in critical areas with shortages.
HB1635: Representative Drive Support04:57:43.440 - 1:52:44 PM; Representative Drive supports ought to pass, reiterating the importance of suicide prevention in teacher training, noting it fits biennial certification schedules without detracting from other training, and allows districts flexibility for more if needed.
HB1635: Representative Murray Oppose04:57:43.440 - 1:52:44 PM; Representative Murray opposes due to personal experiences with youth suicide in her district amid the mental health crisis, arguing more training for districts, staff, families, and communities is invaluable and opposes rolling back requirements.
HB1635: Representative Celig Oppose04:58:56.638 - 1:53:57 PM; Representative Celig concurs, citing testimony from National Alliance on Mental Illness and Connor's Climb that the bill rolls back training hours and frequency for suicide awareness, emphasizing the need for more support given children's crises.
HB1635: Representative Jer Oppose04:58:56.638 - 1:53:57 PM; Representative Jer, a college professor, highlights the growing mental health crisis among young people over 20 years, noting increased investments in support systems, and opposes reducing training or resources for primary and secondary schools.
HB1716: Representative Drive Oppose05:03:36.000 - 1:58:37 PM; Representative Drive moves inexpedient to legislate (ITL), involved in home education for 40 years, praises non-public school teachers as evaluators with no complaints, and opposes removing this option as it suits some families better.
HB1716: Unidentified Representative (Second) Oppose05:04:50.638 - 1:59:51 PM; The second echoes concerns, focusing on the bill inserting into law on government regulation, crossing a line by allowing DOE review of learning sources like books or religious texts, which cannot be supported.
HB1716: Representative Baloni Support05:04:50.638 - 1:59:51 PM; Representative Baloni opposes ITL, noting homeschoolers can opt out of testing but EFAs use taxpayer dollars requiring accountability like other pathways; provides options like portfolios or tests to evaluate program success uniformly.
HB1716: Representative Pero Oppose05:08:20.798 - 2:03:21 PM; Representative Pero emphasizes EFAs give parents choice and accountability, trusting parents to monitor and adjust; assessments and portfolios already exist, so no need for more regulation.
HB1716: Representative Murray Support05:09:24.638 - 2:04:25 PM; Representative Murray concurs with Baloni, stressing that using public money from the education trust fund requires taxpayers to know growth and outcomes for EFA learners.
HB1716: Representative Cornell Support05:09:52.320 - 2:04:53 PM; Representative Cornell supports accountability and transparency for all, including EFA recipients.
HB1716: Representative Freeman Oppose05:09:52.320 - 2:04:53 PM; Representative Freeman supports ITL, noting public school parents can opt out of testing without penalty to scores, so EFA students should have similar freedom without mandatory involvement.
HB1716: Representative Baloni (Rebuttal) Support05:11:03.040 - 2:06:04 PM; Representative Baloni clarifies options like rubrics allow opting out of testing; public opt-outs affect school scores and penalties, but the bill standardizes reporting without changing attainment options.
HB1716: Representative Murray (Rebuttal) Support05:11:03.040 - 2:06:04 PM; Representative Murray adds that local boards discuss metrics, using formative/summative assessments and portfolios in public schools, with opt-outs but other evidence collected.
HB1716: Representative Drive (Rebuttal) Oppose05:13:08.080 - 2:08:09 PM; Representative Drive notes public assessments are only in 3rd, 8th, 11th grades, but the bill requires annual EFA reports, which is excessive.
HB1820: Representative Belchure Oppose05:15:20.320 - 2:10:21 PM; Representative Belchure moves ITL, viewing the bill as a constitutional threat by shifting from parent grants via 501c3 to direct DOE payments, potentially violating Article 83 on religious education and risking the entire program under SCOTUS precedents.
HB1820: Unidentified Representative (Second) Oppose05:18:13.280 - 2:13:14 PM; The second adds that scholarship organizations incentivize low admin costs through competition, unlike government which increases costs; moving to DOE lacks such incentives.
HB1820: Representative Cornell Support05:18:13.280 - 2:13:14 PM; Representative Cornell points out the bill still provides grants per pupil amounts under RSA 198:42; DOE would keep costs low as taxpayer money, proposes amendment capping admin at 10%, and seeks more accountability than the New York-based organization.
HB1820: Representative Dry Oppose05:20:36.560 - 2:15:37 PM; Representative Dry counters with facts: CSF audits, salaries, reports are public; they have 15 NH employees, spent only 7.83% on admin last year (about $80k per employee), money stays in NH.
HB1834: Representative Belter Oppose05:24:20.798 - 2:19:21 PM; Representative Belter moves ITL to extend the cap to 2026-27, calling the cap unconstitutional and unethical for arbitrarily excluding eligible families; notes enactment timing error would disrupt families post-school start.
HB1834: Unidentified Representative (Second) Oppose05:26:16.718 - 2:21:17 PM; The second concurs with Belter.
HB1834: Representative Celig Support05:26:16.718 - 2:21:17 PM; Representative Celig opposes ITL, citing fiscal note savings of $6.2M (actually $12.4M considering priorities), budget only funds 9,541 students, so cap prevents overspending on optional program while prioritizing public education.
HB1834: Representative Murray Support05:27:20.000 - 2:22:21 PM; Representative Murray concurs, emphasizing financial snapshots require cost savings, constitutional duty to fund public education first, and potential $12.4M savings warrants caution on expansion.
HB1834: Representative Freeman Oppose05:28:27.680 - 2:23:28 PM; Representative Freeman cautions numbers; state still funds adequacy portion regardless of EFA use, so no true savings; cap would disrupt waiting list children.
HB1834: Representative Selig Support05:29:30.400 - 2:24:31 PM; Representative Selig states fund adequacy first before expanding other programs.
HB1834: Representative Murray (Additional) Support05:29:30.400 - 2:24:31 PM; Representative Murray notes 90% of EFA children were already in private schools, so no public school return assumed, making ITL imprudent.
HB1834: Representative H. Support05:30:25.680 - 2:25:26 PM; Representative H. dismisses frequent unconstitutionality claims from the other side.
HB1834: Representative Belter (Rebuttal) Oppose05:30:25.680 - 2:25:26 PM; Representative Belter acknowledges some unconstitutional acts occur but notes House passed similar position last year; believes legislature controls funding, judiciary should stay in lane.
HB1834: Representative Murray (Rebuttal) Support05:31:27.440 - 2:26:28 PM; Representative Murray cites multiple court decisions (Claremont, Conval, Rand) on adequate public funding as competing priorities.
HB1834: Representative Lichfield Oppose05:31:27.440 - 2:26:28 PM; Representative Lichfield focuses on children; some parents feel forced to private schools due to curriculum/politics, resent high costs; fund public adequately to meet all needs first.
HB1834: Representative Sel Support05:32:18.320 - 2:27:19 PM; Representative Sel agrees to discuss expansion after adequate public funding allows schools to meet all children's needs.
HB1834: Unknown Information Only05:34:37.600 - 2:29:38 PM; The speaker briefly discusses implementing something as soon as possible, ideally tomorrow, in response to a previous comment, expressing enthusiasm for the idea.

Noble, Kristin(Chairman)(R)[A+]2025	Drye, Margaret(Clerk)(R)[B+]2025	Peternel, Katy(V Chairman)(R)[A]2025
Cornell, Patricia(D)[F]2025	Freeman, Lisa(R)[B+]2025	Belcher, Mike(R)[B+]2025
Hall, Muriel(D)[CT]2025	Terry, Paul(R)[B+]2025	McDonnell, Valerie(R)[B+]2025
Selig, Loren(D)[D-]2025	Balboni, Peggy(D)[CT]2025	Murray, Megan(D)[CT]2025
Tenczar, Jeffrey(R)[B+]2025	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025	Woodcock, Stephen(D)[F]2025
Kluger, Lee Ann(D)[F]2025	Snodgrass, Jim(D)[F]2025	Nadeau, Brian(R)[B+]2025