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NY A10183

NY A10183
Prohibits school districts from authorizing a currently enrolled public school student to be home schooled when the superintendent of the school district is notified of a pending child abuse or neglect investigation or if either custodial parent or a person instructing the child has been convicted of domestic violence, child abuse, or neglect.


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Introduced
05/10/2024
In Committee
05/10/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to prohibiting the home instruction of children in certain circumstances

AI Summary

This bill, titled "Raylee's Law," amends the education law to prohibit school districts from authorizing a currently enrolled public school student to be homeschooled if there is a pending child abuse or neglect investigation against either custodial parent or a person instructing the child, or if either custodial parent or a person instructing the child has been convicted of domestic violence, child abuse, or neglect. The bill also requires school districts to develop and implement a policy to ensure that the school district superintendent is contacted when a report of suspected child abuse or neglect is made by a school teacher or other school personnel, and the superintendent must then request confirmation of the case status from the Office of Children and Family Services.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to education (on 05/10/2024)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Child Abuse and Child Custody

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