California Schools Could Reopen By The End Of March
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The Associated Press
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and state legislative leaders have reached an agreement aimed at getting most public school children back in classrooms by the end of March. Under the deal announced Monday, school districts could receive up to $6.6 billion if they reopen classrooms by March 31.
Two state officials familiar with the plan said schools to get the money must return to in-person instruction at least through second grade. Districts with coronavirus case numbers at low enough levels must return to in-person instruction for all elementary school grades, plus one grade each in middle and high school. The officials spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to speak publicly.
Anti-Restriction Counties Prep To Manage Own Virus Rules
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The Associated Press
Nevada officials are preparing to cede decision-making power over the state’s coronavirus measures to county officials.
In the five rural counties that have passed resolutions condemning the restrictions, it’s unclear how much will change. Elko, Eureka, White Pine, Lyon and Nye counties have all blasted Gov. Steve Sisolak for the measures he s implemented to contain the coronavirus.
Officials in the five counties have also criticized state labor monitors and set up funds to reimburse businesses that have been fined for flouting guidelines. As Nevada vaccinates its population and the pandemic trends downward, counties will soon control guidelines in place to contain the virus.