HB 3445
Creates a violation for failure to comply with compulsory school attendance requirements.
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Bill overview
This bill creates a new violation for students who fail to attend school regularly. If a student is found to be in violation, they could face a maximum fine of $500. The bill also outlines how fines collected from these violations will be distributed, and updates procedures for school districts to issue citations for truancy. It establishes specific requirements for notifying parents and guardians before issuing a citation and mandates a conference to address attendance issues.
Key provisions
- Creates a Class C violation for failure to comply with compulsory school attendance requirements.
- Establishes a maximum fine of $500 for violations.
- Specifies how fines collected from truancy violations will be distributed between school districts/education service districts and the state.
- Requires school districts to notify parents/guardians of truancy issues and provide a conference.
- Mandates a meeting with school and community representatives to address attendance problems.
- Allows parents/guardians to request evaluations or reviews of individualized education programs.
- Outlines a process for school districts to establish citation forms for truancy violations.
- Sets a July 1, 2025, effective date for the new provisions.
Who is affected
- Students
- Parents/Guardians of Students
- School Districts
- Education Service Districts
- School Superintendents
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