Friday, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) issued the following statement after voting for H.R 5, the Parents Bill of Rights Act, legislation that passed the U.S. House of Representatives today:
“Parents have a fundamental right to play an active role in their children’s education.
“By making it easier for parents to stay informed about what their children are being taught and ensuring parents have a seat at the education table – something this commonsense legislation does – we can empower parents, protect their rights, and ultimately improve student outcomes across America.
“Children are America’s future: more parental involvement in education only makes students more successful and our nation stronger.”
NWS issues flash flood watch for southeastern Illinois
St Francisville approves water well cleaning
Confirmed tornado in Knox County
Countrymark fueling stations hosting Fueling Freedom on Friday
Wabash Cannonball Bridge to be closed for one week for repairs
Lawrence County man charged with sex crimes
LCMH receives USDA federal grant for $450,000
IDEM recycling grants available
Lawrence County arrests
Storm system rolls through southeastern Illinois and southwestern Indiana
New PIO officer announced for Indiana State Police Evansville District
Valentine seeks change of venue for murder trial
Indiana Gov. Braun declares state of disaster emergency for 63 Indiana counties
Newton power plant to be closed
Lawrence County Board approves public safety tax referendum
Library district in solid financial shape
U.S. 41 road project continues in Knox County
Richland County death investigation
