Most states have too much need for these funds to not (voluntarily) comply with federal demands on what is otherwise a state matter only. (politics.stackexchange.com)
Like other states, it is complying with federal demands to develop a «common core curriculum» for its K - 12 schools that would better prepare students for college work. (syracuse.com)
There were not only high - priced consultants and experts to assist in complying with new federal demands but additional ways to invest in new technologies and the growth industry of charter schools. (powells.com)