In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins takes a step back to examine the major education policy developments emerging as legislative sessions wrap up across the country. With several states officially adjourned and others racing toward the finish line, the episode highlights the proposals, priorities and trends that gained momentum during the 2026 session.
Ashley begins in Oklahoma, where lawmakers advanced one of the most sweeping education agendas in recent memory. The conversation explores major reforms related to literacy, math instruction, charter school facilities funding, distraction-free learning environments, teacher compensation and artificial intelligence in schools. The episode also highlights additional developments still moving in states including South Carolina, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Louisiana and Delaware, offering listeners a national snapshot of where state education policy is headed.
From science-of-reading implementation and math accountability to workforce pathways, school choice and modernized funding systems, this episode captures the broad range of strategies states are pursuing to improve outcomes for students, educators and communities.
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