Assembly approves virtual schools bill
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Democrats and Republicans still cannot agree on a plan to keep virtual charter schools open.
The Republican-controlled Assembly voted 53-44 for a bill to bring the schools in compliance with several state laws while allowing the online learning option to continue growing rapidly.
A measure approved by the Democratic-controlled Senate last week included a tight enrollment cap at the urging of Gov. Jim Doyle, who has signaled he would veto the Assembly plan.
Time is running out for a compromise because lawmakers plan to adjourn in two weeks.
About a dozen virtual schools that enroll 3,500 students across the state are facing the prospect of closing after a December court ruling said they were operating illegally.
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