Wrap: The bill would open up the sponsorship of charter schools to any university or school district as long as it was approved by the state.

The bill's sponsor, Senator Bill Stouffer, says the bill will help hold charter schools accountable for their actions.

One senator says the charter schools should gain even more accountability for their actions before more schools join the ranks.

Despite her concerns, the bill passed through with a voice vote.

Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Danielle Carter.

Wrap: Senators gave first round approval to expand charter schools.

The bill would allow any university or school district to sponsor a charter school if it was approved by the state.

The bill is sponsored by Republican senator Bill Stouffer.

One senator does not want charter school expansion until they have more accountability for their actions.

Despite her efforts, the bill was passed with a voice vote and awaits one more vote in the Senate.

Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Danielle Carter.