Pending helmet law for kids rapped as ‘nannyism’

“This is pure nannyism—the government stepping in, in the role of parent.”

Arts in education get a lift in the legislature

“Performing arts are just as important as math and reading. To have an education without these things is just unthinkable.”

Guv, lawmakers seek an advocate for kids

“How many kids have to die before we take action?”

Ombudsman for homeowners put on hold in committee

“There needs to be clear standards of conduct about what HOAs can and can’t do along with clear sanctions if they don’t follow those standards of conduct.”

Lawmakers unite behind new approach to drug offenders

“We need to be smarter with public resources by not simply warehousing drug addicts.”

Panel halts effort to bar felons from working at schools

“Having a safe environment is essential for the learning process to take place.”

House gives nod to secure online access for end-of-life info

“This a very high security model.”

Ritter closes in on next year’s budget gap

“It will take all of us working together to make these difficult decisions.”

Plan to enhance mountain-college system gets panel’s OK

“We can hit the ground running to provide educational opportunities to those who live in those communities at no added cost to the state”

After dismantling tax breaks, Dems pose a new one; GOP cries foul

“We’re trying to change the psychology. We want to change the conversation.”