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MO HB1801
Bill
Status
1/25/2010
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Gatschenberger
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AI Summary
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Requires public schools to notify parents/guardians in writing or by telephone after one unexcused absence within any month during the current school year.
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Requires schools to request a conference with parent, guardian, and child after two unexcused absences within any month to analyze causes of absences and develop solutions.
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Authorizes schools to take corrective steps including adjusting school programs, providing remedial instruction, offering alternative schools/programs, or assisting with supplementary services to reduce absences.
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Mandates the Department of Revenue suspend a student's driver's license for one month for each unexcused absence if the student has five or more unexcused absences and holds a valid driver's license.
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Establishes a misdemeanor offense for parents/guardians who violate school attendance laws with fines of up to $25 per day of unexcused absence.
Legislative Description
Requires public schools to notify the custodial parent or guardian of any unexcused absence by the student and requires the suspension of his or her driver's license for excessive absences
Last Action
Referred: Elementary and Secondary Education (H)
5/14/2010