Bill > AB1230

This bill modifies California's school discipline procedures for student expulsions by requiring more comprehensive rehabilitation plans and readmission processes. The bill mandates that rehabilitation plans must be individualized, include periodic reviews, and be developed at least 45 days before the end of an expulsion term, with input from school personnel who understand the student's specific situation. School districts will be required to assist expelled students in accessing necessary resources to complete their rehabilitation plan and cannot charge the student or their family for required services. The bill prohibits denying a student readmission due to financial barriers, transportation issues, or lack of opportunities to complete the rehabilitation plan. Instead, students can only be denied readmission if they have not substantially met rehabilitation plan conditions despite having access to resources, or if they continue to exhibit the behaviors that led to their original expulsion. Additionally, the bill requires county education plans to include multiple educational program options for expelled students, outline a timely readmission process, and describe steps to support students' successful transition back to school. School districts must also maintain more detailed data about expulsions, including average expulsion lengths and extensions. As the bill imposes new requirements on local educational agencies, it includes provisions for potential state reimbursement of mandated costs.

Budget and Finance, Education

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