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FL S1468

FL S1468
Charter Schools


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Introduced
02/19/2021
In Committee
03/02/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/30/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Revising requirements for the charter school application process; revising provisions relating to the opening of additional high-performing charter schools; authorizing a virtual charter school to provide part-time virtual instruction and be an approved provider; authorizing a virtual charter school to contract with a public or charter school, rather than enter into an agreement with a school district, for specified purposes, etc.

AI Summary

This bill revises requirements for the charter school application process, including allowing sponsors to receive and consider applications submitted during the calendar year rather than only by specific deadlines. It also expands the ability of high-performing charter schools to open additional schools, and authorizes virtual charter schools to provide part-time virtual instruction and contract with public or charter schools for certain purposes. Additionally, the bill allows unrestricted current and capital assets of charter schools operated by not-for-profit or municipal entities to be used for other charter schools within the state.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Died in Education, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/SB 1028 (Ch. 2021-35) (on 04/30/2021)

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