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LA HB629

LA HB629
Provides relative to responsibilities of parents and schools with respect to truant children


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Introduced
03/01/2024
In Committee
05/08/2024
Crossed Over
04/24/2024
Passed
05/20/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/28/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 17:233(B)(1)(b), relative to truancy; to provide for parental and school responsibilities with respect to truant students; to provide for criminal penalties; and to provide for related matters.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to provide additional responsibilities for parents and schools regarding truant students. Specifically, the bill requires parents of truant students to ensure their children make up missed schoolwork by attending after-school tutoring, weekend classes, or other remediation opportunities until the student has caught up. Parents must also attend monthly meetings at the school about their child's progress and any assistance fairs that provide information on support services. Failure to comply may result in penalties. The bill also requires principals to note any attendance concerns on Supplemental Security Income forms related to the child. This aims to improve school attendance and academic performance for truant students.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Effective date: 08/01/2024. (on 05/28/2024)

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