The agency plans a worker/community engagement website in early October, one-page exemption guides, provider and connector trainings, and Kentucky Health Net updates to show expansion-population status and compliance.

Parents raised concerns that some schools could not accommodate students with special needs and asked about transfer processes and IEP team support; staff advised contacting the director of special education and said the district will post contact information in chat.

At a Bergen commission meeting, members heard firsthand accounts that respite services for families of children with disabilities are often ‘available on paper’ but not in practice; the group asked agencies (DDS, birth‑to‑3, OPM) for materials and assigned follow‑up work.

Sen. Takeney and Dr. Amy Rowe told the Senate Education Committee that allowing two capillary (fingerstick) tests within 12 weeks to confirm elevated blood lead levels would align state policy with CDC guidance and reduce barriers created by requiring venous draws.

By voice and roll-call votes the council adopted a resolution (sponsored by Councilor Santana and co-sponsored by Councilor Mejia) urging state lawmakers to reject proposals that would require ID uploads or biometric verification for social-media use, citing risks to privacy and to life‑saving online supports for vulnerable communities.

AB 18 32 would establish a statewide 2-1-1 fund, create a community needs dashboard and integrate 2-1-1 into California emergency planning; proponents said current coverage leaves 15 counties without full service and that 2-1-1 is critical during disasters.

Student representative Miss Garcia renewed a request for free feminine hygiene products in girls' restrooms; the board said a $12,000 budget line exists and staff will follow up on restocking and distribution. In public comment, a resident flagged security vulnerabilities at Academy Street School and the district said it is exploring adding a guard and controlled entry.

LB 1201 would pilot daily take‑home books for kindergarten through third grade in high‑need elementary schools, with the Department of Education tracking engagement and literacy outcomes. Supporters cited program evaluations and scalability; opponents warned the bill’s language risks weakening the Reading Improvement Act’s evidence‑based material requirement.

The Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee reported favorably on SB 806, which would expand repair access for portable wireless devices and agricultural equipment while preserving trade-secret protections. Dealers and independent repair advocates clashed over whether voluntary memoranda of understanding are sufficient.

The Massachusetts Senate passed an act to require free disposable menstrual products in public elementary and secondary schools, correctional facilities and homeless shelters, voting 39–0 to send the bill to be engrossed.

Community members can reach the Cochise County Sheriff's Office via phone, email, and social media.

Library officials discuss staff impact and resource availability during operational hour reductions.

Library visits surge as Colonial Heights prepares new website and branding by year's end.

Library applies for Essentia Health grant to enhance services with privacy pod.

Legislation defends access to library resources and safeguards librarians from personal attacks

Officials consider prioritizing Central Library's Sunday hours over other service reductions.

Lawrence summer programs enhance options for low-income children with new camps and activities.

Montigny and Lewis introduce bill to ensure shade and water access for workers