GA HB925

Amends Georgia Code Section 20-2-690.1 regarding mandatory education for children between ages 6 and 16 to allow local school systems to notify parents of unexcused absences via first class mail as an alternative to certified mail with return receipt requested

After two reasonable attempts to notify a parent or guardian of five unexcused absences without response, the school system must send notice by certified mail (return receipt requested) or first class mail

Simplifies the required written notice provided to parents from a "summary of possible consequences and penalties for failing to comply with compulsory attendance" to a "written statement of attendance requirements"

Parents or guardians and children age 10 or older by September 1 must sign a statement acknowledging receipt of the attendance requirements notice; if signatures cannot be obtained after two reasonable attempts, mailing via certified or first class mail satisfies compliance

Each day of absence after proper notification constitutes a separate misdemeanor offense, punishable by a fine of $25–$100, up to 30 days imprisonment, community service, or any combination thereof