FRANKFORT, Ky. (WMDJ) — A bill that would change how some decisions are made in Kentucky schools is advancing in the General Assembly.

Senate Bill 152 passed the Senate Education Committee Thursday on a 10-2 vote.

The proposal would require superintendents to select school principals. It would also require principals to submit monthly and annual reports to their local boards of education.

The measure would shift more authority to principals and superintendents, rather than site-based decision-making councils made up of parents and teachers.

Supporters say the bill would clarify responsibility and restore a clearer chain of command within school districts.

Opponents argue local control is important because communities understand the needs of their students.

The bill now moves to the full Senate for consideration.