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MS HB1502
Bill
Status
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Bryant Clark
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AI Summary
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State Board of Education must adopt a uniform policy establishing residency requirements for public school enrollment to be followed by all local school boards.
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Policy adoption does not prevent parents or legal guardians from legally transferring children to other school districts under Section 37-15-31.
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Parents or guardians choosing to transfer students must comply with both Section 37-15-31 requirements and the State Board of Education's adopted residency policy.
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Clarifies that children of instructional or licensed school employees may attend schools in their parent's or guardian's employment district regardless of residence.
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Takes effect July 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Student residency requirements; require State Board of Education to adopt uniform policy to be implemented by school boards.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2013