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This bill requires the Connecticut Commissioner of Education to develop a comprehensive program for expanding school choice in the state by July 1, 2026. The commissioner is granted the flexibility to hold public hearings and accept comments from residents as part of the program development process. Upon completion, the commissioner must submit a detailed report about the school choice expansion program to the joint standing committee responsible for education matters, following standard state reporting procedures. The bill does not specify the exact details of how school choice will be expanded, leaving those specifics to be determined through the commissioner's research and public input process. The legislation is designed to take effect immediately upon passage and represents an initial step towards potentially broadening educational options for students in the state by creating a structured approach to exploring and implementing school choice initiatives.

Education

Education Committee (Joint)

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