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LA SB522
Bill
Status
Engrossed
4/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rick Edmonds
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AI Summary
- Allows vocational and technical education charter schools to apply directly to BESE as Type 2 charter schools, bypassing the local school board, upon obtaining a resolution of support from the State Board of Commerce and Industry
- Authorizes enrollment preference of up to 50% of the school's maximum enrollment for students whose parent or legal guardian is employed or resides within the designated economic sector identified in the Board of Commerce and Industry resolution
- Requires charter applications to include the specialty vocational and technical programs to be offered, alignment with high-demand and high-wage jobs or Louisiana Works "STAR Jobs," maximum enrollment figures, and a statement confirming no alignment with the gaming industry
- Permits industry representatives employed by, retired from, or who served as officers or directors of businesses within the designated economic sector to serve on the charter school's governing or management board, and authorizes businesses to enter memoranda of understanding to support the school through internships, career counseling, tutoring, and enrichment activities
- Effective August 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Provides for approval for charter schools that specialize in vocational and technical education to meet workforce demands for high demand and high wage jobs. (8/1/26) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)
SCHOOLS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Education.
4/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Education4/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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