Bill > HB125

This bill creates a new section in Ohio law that requires school districts to grant excused absences to students in kindergarten through 12th grade who participate in scheduled 4-H (a youth development program) and FFA (Future Farmers of America) activities or programs. To obtain an excused absence, a 4-H or FFA educator must provide written documentation to the school principal or attendance officer. The bill mandates that students must be given the opportunity to make up any schoolwork missed during these absences, and their class grades cannot be negatively impacted. However, the bill specifies two important exceptions where such absences will not be excused: during state assessment administrations and during periods when a student is already disciplined, suspended, or expelled in a way that would normally prevent them from participating in educational field trips or extracurricular activities. This legislation aims to support student participation in agricultural and youth leadership programs while ensuring minimal disruption to their academic progress.

Education

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb125