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Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed a bill that would opt Kentucky into a federal scholarship program for K-12 students. House Bill 1 would allow students to receive scholarships for private school tuition funded by donors receiving a federal tax credit starting in 2027.

Speaking at the Warren County Public Library on Monday, Butler County special education teacher Tracy Morris said a loss in federal grants could lead to fewer teaching positions and targeted support services.

Kentucky Commissioner of Education Terry Holliday is warning districts to expect low scores in reading and math when the results of new state tests are…