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This bill establishes the "Public School Open Enrollment Act" to enable students to attend public schools in districts other than their resident district, subject to certain limitations. The key provisions include: - School districts can choose whether to participate in the open enrollment program, but if they do, they must receive transferring students for the full school year. - The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will develop a model policy for districts to use in determining transfer limits and application standards, which must prioritize siblings of current students. - Transferring students are generally responsible for their own transportation, but those eligible for free/reduced-price meals can receive reimbursement for transportation costs. - The "Parent Public School Choice Fund" is created to provide reimbursement to districts for the additional costs of educating transferring special education students. - The Department will study the impacts of the open enrollment program and audit a sample of participating districts annually. Overall, this bill aims to expand school choice options for Missouri public school students, while providing some guardrails and funding mechanisms to support the program.

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