GA HB1294

Georgia public schools must provisionally accept medical forms from out-of-state physicians for transfer students for up to 180 days after enrollment, allowing students to receive medical and educational services without delay.

Covered services include immunization verification, special education evaluations, IEP and Section 504 plan implementation, diabetes management plans, seizure action plans, and school nursing services.

The out-of-state medical forms must have been executed within 180 days prior to the student's enrollment in a Georgia public school.

The grace period does not apply to athletic eligibility requirements—students must still meet separate medical form requirements to participate in interscholastic sports.

The State Board of Education and Department of Public Health are required to establish rules and procedures to implement these provisions.