State 48’s Friday Report: JLAC Hearing and ESA Backlash

Lawmakers probe Isaac District finances, Receiver outlines Isaac Recovery Plan and ESA families react to Janelle Wood’s appointment at the Department of Education

State lawmakers convened a Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) hearing on Friday to review a series of oversight reports and audits. Among the items on the agenda, several touched on high-profile concerns previously covered by State 48 News. Notably, the committee heard testimony regarding the 120-Day Report from the court-appointed receiver overse…