State Takeover of Schools Authorized
From Times Wire Reports
Lawmakers passed a bill over the weekend authorizing a state takeover and emergency loan for Oakland’s troubled school district. The bill by Sen. Don Perata (D-Alameda) and Assemblywoman Wilma Chan (D-Alameda) sets the stage for the largest school bailout in state history.
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