(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today thanked House Republicans for spearheading the effort to make Iowa's schools best in the nation again. The governor and lieutenant governor also thanked the full House of Representatives for the overwhelming, bipartisan support of their effort to replace "allowable growth" with 100 percent state aid, which offers further protection to Iowa property taxpayers.
"This morning, the Iowa House passed an education reform plan that will set us on a path to again have the nation's best schools," said Gov. Branstad from an economic development trip in California. "This plan will give our teachers a new, 21st century system designed to reward their efforts and ensure great teaching in every classroom. Most importantly, this reform means our students will have the skills they need to compete with their peers across the globe."
The governor is pleased with the Senate's progress in offering meaningful reform as well.
"I want to commend Senate Democrats for their efforts, and the seriousness with which they are approaching educational reform," continued Branstad. "This is a significant effort, and I look forward to working with the Senate to continue our progress and sign this legislation into law this year."
Reynolds noted the broad support the legislation enjoys.
"I want to commend the House in passing this legislation, which shows legislators are serious about passing meaningful education reform that again makes Iowa a national leader," said Reynolds. "The broad, statewide support this reform enjoys is the result of years of input and consensus building. We now turn our attention to the Senate, and we will work with them to ensure our reform efforts move forward."
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