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The episode provides an overview of recent education policy developments across various states, focusing on literacy, career pathways, and distraction-free learning initiatives.

In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins takes listeners on a cross-country tour of the latest education policy developments as legislative sessions begin winding down and states race to finalize their agendas. From Arizona to Pennsylvania, lawmakers are advancing policies designed to strengthen student outcomes, expand opportunity and better prepare students for success in school and beyond.   Ashley highlights growing momentum around literacy, with major developments in Louisiana, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, including new investments in evidence-based reading instruction, tutoring and adolescent literacy supports. The episode also explores efforts to strengthen career pathways and workforce readiness through improved career coaching, workforce coordination and return-on-investment analysis, as well as continued movement on distraction-free learning policies and emerging investments in artificial intelligence tools for education.   As states approach key budget and adjournment deadlines, this episode offers a timely snapshot of the policies gaining traction and the trends shaping education reform across the country. Whether you're…

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