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MS SB2441
Bill
AI Summary
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Absences related to a child's disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are classified as excused absences under Mississippi's Compulsory School Attendance Law
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Truancy proceedings must be stayed when absences may result from a disability, triggering mandatory "child find" processes requiring schools to evaluate whether the student qualifies for special education services under IDEA or a 504 Plan
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If absences are determined to result from a qualifying disability, all truancy proceedings must be dismissed and the absences retroactively excused
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School attendance officers must complete mandatory legal training on IDEA and Section 504, sponsored by the Mississippi Department of Education Office of Special Education, to understand disability rights and proper reporting procedures
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Effective date is July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Compulsory School Attendance Law; define" child with a disability" for purposes of creating exemption from unexcused absence.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022