Assembly Republicans taking new approach on school sanctions

MADISON - Assembly Republicans are backing off their original plan to force failing public schools to be converted into independent charter schools.

The idea ran into opposition from Gov. Scott Walker and Senate Republicans, both of whom are advocating for no sanctions.

Assembly Education Committee Chair Rep. Jeremy Thiesfeldt tells The Associated Press on Thursday that he's re-working his proposal to still include sanctions, but forced closure wouldn't be the sole penalty.

Full story: WJFW

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