CA AB461

Repeals the criminal offense that made parents or guardians of chronic truant students (ages 6+ in kindergarten through 8th grade) guilty of a misdemeanor

Previously, parents who failed to supervise and encourage school attendance—after being offered support services—could face fines up to $2,000, up to one year in county jail, or both

Officially titled the "More Help Not Less Act of 2025"

Approved by the Governor and filed with the Secretary of State on October 1, 2025