HB 2293
An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for enrollment.
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Bill overview
This bill removes enrollment caps on charter schools in Pennsylvania. It amends the Public School Code of 1949 to eliminate any restrictions on the number of students that charter schools can accept, regardless of past or future limitations set by school boards or other governing bodies. Existing enrollment caps are considered void as of the bill’s effective date.
Key provisions
- Removes enrollment caps on charter schools.
- Amends Section 1723-A(d)(1) of the Public School Code of 1949.
- Deems existing enrollment caps to be void.
- Governing authorities include the Department.
- Charter schools can agree to enrollment limits in their charter documents.
Who is affected
- Charter Schools
- Students attending charter schools
- School Boards
- Boards of Control
- Pennsylvania Department of Education
Notable changes
- Eliminates previous enrollment limitations for charter schools.
- Replaces existing caps with the option for charter schools to establish their own enrollment limits in their charters.
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Cosponsors
David Zimmerman
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