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This bill establishes the "Public School Open Enrollment Act" in Missouri, allowing students to transfer to public schools outside their resident school district, known as nonresident local education agencies (LEAs), starting July 1, 2028. LEAs can choose to participate and may limit transfers to 3% of their previous year's enrollment, with provisions for increasing this cap over time. The bill outlines application procedures, including an online portal, and specifies that LEAs cannot reject transfer applications based on academic achievement, athletic ability, or disabilities, though they can consider factors like classroom capacity and disciplinary history. It also addresses the transfer of students with special educational needs, ensuring they receive comparable services, and includes rules regarding athletic eligibility for transferring students. The bill also updates existing laws to allow for remote registration for military families and clarifies tuition and residency requirements for student transfers.

Education

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=157