Bill > HB0142

This bill amends existing law regarding school fee waivers, primarily by defining "action plan" as a written agreement between a principal and student for community or school contributions in exchange for a fee waiver for a second school trip, and clarifying that a "trip" is a school-sponsored travel activity of two or more nights requiring a fee, excluding certain in-state association-sponsored activities. It also specifies that a student can request a waiver for a second trip by meeting with the principal and developing an action plan that aligns with their abilities and availability, and outlines the requirements for such action plans, while also clarifying that schools can offer additional trips to students who receive a second fee waiver. The bill also maintains provisions for alternative ways to satisfy fee requirements, mandates fee waivers or alternatives for students in the custody of the Division of Child and Family Services, and requires the state board to create rules for documentation and certification of waiver eligibility and compliance with alternatives, with an effective date of July 1, 2026.

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