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NH HB68

NH HB68
Making best interest placements within the same school district mandatory in the absence of a valid reason to deny the placement.


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Introduced
12/23/2024
In Committee
11/25/2025
Crossed Over
03/24/2025
Passed
Dead
01/07/2026

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires superintendents to approve student requests for reassignment within the same school district, and requires superintendents to provide written reasons to parents for denials of requests.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that school superintendents must approve a student's request to change schools or assignments within the same school district, unless there's a valid reason to deny it, and if a request is denied, the superintendent must provide the parents or guardians with a written explanation of the reasons within 10 days. The bill also states that if the superintendent fails to meet any requirements outlined in this section, the student's request will automatically be approved, aiming to ensure that student placements are made in their best interest.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote === BILL KILLED ===; 01/07/2026; Senate Journal 1 (on 01/07/2026)

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