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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To codify rights pertaining to school district choice, transportation, notice and appeal for students experiencing homelessness and their guardians.
AI Summary
This bill, effective October 1, 2026, ensures that local and regional school boards provide educational services to homeless children and youth according to federal law, specifically citing 42 USC 11431, et seq., as revised to December 23, 2022. If a homeless child or youth is denied school enrollment by a school district because they don't meet residency requirements, they have the right to a hearing. Additionally, unaccompanied youth, defined by federal law (42 USC 11434a) as those not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian, are guaranteed access to their educational, medical, and similar records held by the school district.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Housing Committee (Joint)
Last Action
Housing Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/24/2026 ) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB05259&which_year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/TOB/H/PDF/2026HB-05259-R00-HB.PDF |
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