Sentences with phrase «new federal guidance»

Updated content includes analysis of recent court decisions and new discrimination and privacy laws affecting employers, plus new federal guidance from the EEOC, FTC, and the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB).
With new federal guidance allowing rural schools to replace one requirement of the federal models — as long as that modification meets the original intent and purpose of the grant — states may want to explore improving rural school leadership through efforts similar to those of NW RISE.
The new federal guidance is vital and extremely promising because: a) it recognizes the value of diversity and the educational and civic problems that accompany racial isolation and b) because it provides clear guidance to school districts that will limit the costly litigation that had arisen around student assignment policies.

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But actually implementing the massive FDA overhaul will require many new regulations, rules, and guidance from federal agencies.
In a statement to CNBC, Mylan reiterated that it was following guidance from the federal government on the classification of EpiPens and it referred to a new government rule that intends to clarify ambiguities in Medicaid rebate law.
Now, the owners of some state - authorized marijuana dispensaries are hoping that the new guidance for federal prosecutors, issued Aug. 29 by U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, will help remove banking and credit card roadblocks.
That's when Deputy Attorney General James Cole wrote a memo to all U.S. attorneys with new guidance on enforcing federal marijuana laws.
Recommendation: To improve SFAs» ability to design menus that comply with the new lunch requirements, the Secretary of Agriculture should modify federal regulations or guidance to allow school districts flexibility in complying with the defined calorie ranges for schools with students in both the grades 6 - 8 and 9 - 12 groups.
«New York is once again stepping up as the federal government continues to ignore its duty to provide clear guidance to protect drinking water quality,» Cuomo said.
Leaders like Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia say laws in New York will continue to protect the rights of transgender students whether federal guidance exists or not.
He cautioned that the state will abide by guidance from the U.S. Justice Department to ensure that New York's program does not trigger enforcement actions by the federal government.
Attorney General Eric Schneiederman earlier this month provided a legal guidance to cities in New York that have passed measures designed to not coordinate with certain immigration enforcement efforts from the federal government.
Gina McCarthy, the administrator for the EPA, fired back at New York's commissioners of health and environmental conservation, who this week accused the federal agency of giving «conflicting guidance» about a toxic chemical that polluted water supplies in eastern Rensselaer County.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, speaking on CNN's «State of the Union,» said Trump gave no guidance to federal employees on the executive order, which de Blasio called «simply un-American.»
For its part, on page two of the new guidance, CEQ asserts that the effect of climate change «falls squarely» under the purview of the federal environmental review process.
But Wednesday morning, the U.S. Department of Education took an executive action that I support strongly, issuing new guidance for the Public Charter Schools Program that will allow charters to use «weighted lotteries» without forfeiting their chance to receive federal start - up funds.
Washington — The Education Department's failure to provide uniform guidance to states and localities participating in federal education programs has resulted in confusion and inequities, the General Accounting Office says in a new report.
The Justice and Education departments still have not determined how to address existing desegregation cases — and whether or where to bring new ones — and have received little guidance from the White House in crafting civil - rights policy, the Citizens» Commission on Civil Rights, a bipartisan panel of former federal civil - rights officials and other advocates, says in a report released last week.
The U.S. Department of Education issued new guidance for the Public Charter Schools Program that will allow charters to use «weighted lotteries» without forfeiting their chance to receive federal start - up funds.
Comments: In May 2014, the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights issued new guidance on the obligations of charter schools to comply with federal civil rights laws.
On the whole, the new guidance from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights is another example of executive overreach and federal interference run amok.
These guidance practices are nowhere mentioned by name in the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), which governs how federal agencies may propose and establish new regulations.
The Local Wellness Committee will update or modify this LWP based on the results of HOPE COMMUNITY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL's annual self - assessment, the USDA triennial administrative review, and on other variables, including if / when HOPE COMMUNITY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL's health priorities change; the community's health needs change; the wellness goals are met; new health science arises, new technology emerges; and new federal or state guidance / standards are issued.
Much will change in practice and policy as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) replaces the law, regulations, and guidance established through NCLB; but two elements of the new legislation stand out: the shift away from federal mandates toward greater state and local authority, and the emphasis on evidence - based school improvement practices.
In February, the U.S. Department of Education issued new guidance that would seem to remove any remaining vestiges of federal accountability oversight altogether.
The letter provides initial guidance to States on the transition to the new federal education law, including several immediate impacts on state accountability systems and the associated reporting of annual district, school, and student performance data.
The U.S. Department of Education released three new sets of guidance today to assist the public in understanding how the Department interprets and enforces federal civil rights laws protecting the rights of students with disabilities.
This site provides updates from national partners and advocacy groups, and compiles relevant news from state and federal sources in order to serve as a one - stop shop for any interested party seeking guidance and clarity on how states are working to implement the new law with fidelity.
CPS will use the money from the federal jobs bill only in ways that are consistent with the Department of Education guidance, including compensation and benefits and other expenses necessary to retain existing employees, to recall or rehire former employees, and to hire new employees, in order to provide early childhood, elementary, or secondary educational and related services.
New Leaders also looks forward to hearing from Secretary DeVos on how she plans to enforce a wide range of existing federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
(District of Columbia) A new federal block grant aimed at helping schools provide a «well - rounded education» can be used in a wide variety ways — from nutrition and health care, to music and foreign language instruction, according to new guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Education.
The study offers several recommendations for restoring equity provisions and integration in charter schools, including establishing new guidance and reporting requirements by the Federal government; federal funding opportunities for magnet schools, which have a documented legacy of reducing racial isolation and improving student outcomes; and incorporating some features of magnet schools into charter sFederal government; federal funding opportunities for magnet schools, which have a documented legacy of reducing racial isolation and improving student outcomes; and incorporating some features of magnet schools into charter sfederal funding opportunities for magnet schools, which have a documented legacy of reducing racial isolation and improving student outcomes; and incorporating some features of magnet schools into charter schools.
New Leaders releases public comments highlighting specific ESSA provisions requiring federal regulations or guidance.
The new guidance explains how states can leverage federal funding to reduce testing and encourages states and districts to be more transparent with assessment data, collaborating with educators, administrators, and students» families when possible.
New York, NY — New Leaders believes the federal regulatory and guidance processes are critical to ensuring that state, district, and school officials fully understand provisions in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and are able to implement new programs and requirements in a manner that maximizes the benefit for students, teachers, and school leadeNew York, NY — New Leaders believes the federal regulatory and guidance processes are critical to ensuring that state, district, and school officials fully understand provisions in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and are able to implement new programs and requirements in a manner that maximizes the benefit for students, teachers, and school leadeNew Leaders believes the federal regulatory and guidance processes are critical to ensuring that state, district, and school officials fully understand provisions in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and are able to implement new programs and requirements in a manner that maximizes the benefit for students, teachers, and school leadenew programs and requirements in a manner that maximizes the benefit for students, teachers, and school leaders.
With this in mind, it is also worth remembering that President Trump recently designated Betsy DeVos as the leader of a new Federal Commission on School Safety that is charged, in part, with examining the repeal of the Obama administration's guidance on anti-discriminatory school discipline practices.
Evers also said part of his work to provide schools with guidance on how to reduce gaps in achievement will come through a council convened of educators, education - related lobbyists and lawmakers that Evers heads to figure out how Wisconsin will carry out the measures of the new federal education law Every Student Succeeds Act.
WASHINGTON — U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx today announced new Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Vehicle - to - Infrastructure (V2I) guidance that can improve safety and mobility by accelerating the deployment of V2I communication systems.
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today announced new regulatory guidance clarifying the...
In guidance published in the Federal Register, FHA urged lenders not to find new ways to penalize borrowers.
We had expected the tapering move and greater forward guidance to be delivered by the new Federal Reserve chair.
The Federal Trade Commission and individual states are in the process of passing new guidance and laws that prohibit debt settlement companies from advising people to fall behind on their bills.
WASHINGTON (March 13, 2015)-- The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Thursday it finalized new policy guidance requiring states to consider climate change's projected effects when they plan and prepare for natural disasters.
The 21 states that only follow federal guidelines will likely be most affected by the new guidance as shown in our web feature.
The EPA's new guidance will affect states very differently because some states have their own stringent toxic emissions limits, while others follow federal guidelines.
Following the adoption of two new federal regulations relating to the suppression of terrorism or economic sanctions, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have announced that they are preparing revised guidance to update Staff Notice 31 - 317 (Revised)...
My new Canadian Lawyer column discusses practical tips for brands and influencers in the expanding area of endorsements and testimonials, in light of Federal Trade Commission, Competition Bureau and industry regulator guidance.
In the U.S., rather than wait for federal action or international guidance, state lawmakers in Maryland, New York, and Washington are already working to regulate political ads on social networks.
Detailed guidance for the complex task of applying to the Senior Executive Service is available in The New SES Application: Writing the Traditional ECQs and the New Five - Page Senior Executive Service Federal Resume, by Kathryn Troutman
Written By ESR News Blog Editor Thomas Ahearn The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued new guidance for landlords who use background checks to screen tenants and for tenant background screening companies to help them comply with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) which the FTC helps eFederal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued new guidance for landlords who use background checks to screen tenants and for tenant background screening companies to help them comply with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) which the FTC helps efederal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) which the FTC helps enforce.
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