The history of state legislation to establish community colleges in Pennsylvania is traced from 1937, when proposals were first introduced, to 1963, when the colleges were legally authorized. (MB)

Discusses the scope given to bargaining if a statute (which requires good faith negotiations on wages and hours) also includes a directive to negotiate on conditions of employment." (JF)

This article is not intended to review the various sources of federal funds for public libraries but rather to urge public librarians to take a wider view of federal opportunities. Opportunities for legislation accessible to specific urban problems may be more available than they suspect. (NH)

Looks at latest developments in State and Federal legislation and court litigation with regard to public aid to nonpublic schools. (LN)

Typical legislation relating to campus disorders and passed during the 1969 sessions of 23 State legislatures is described, including a discussion of constitutionality and a comparison of present action with that occurring during the McCarthy era. (JK)

Positive aspects of campus unrest are outlined and kinds of students are identified in an appeal for a peaceful resolution of deepening university tensions. (JK)

A survey of the directors of teacher certification in the 50 states and the District of Columbia revealed that few states require services for all handicapped children from birth to age five, and 18 states have established standards for certifying teachers of preschool handicapped children.

In 1983, 26 states have statutes or regulations that require teachers to be evaluated, and 22 of these states also require administrators to be evaluated. (MLF)

Presents 10 questions to test school board members' awareness of the legislative process and offers 10 tips on influencing educational legislation, including identifying goals, knowing the territory and the process, communicating well, being prepared to compromise, offering to help others, and fighting issues not people. (RW)

Describes an innovative way of providing funds for the prevention of child abuse, established by law in Kansas and under consideration in several other states. Listed are proposals approved for funding as of January, 1981, for potentially replicable projects focusing on primary prevention of child and/or spouse abuse.(RH)

Describes the effects of the court decision against the Arkansas equal-time creation law. Although some state legislatures have postponed action on current legislation, creationist groups are campaigning for new laws and filing lawsuits. The American Civil Liberties Union's response to these renewed efforts is discussed. (AM)

Contains a summary of workers' compensation legislation enacted by individual states in 1981. Higher benefit levels, broader coverage, and improved medical and rehabilitation services are among the actions taken by states to provide better protection for injured workers. (Author)