MT HB381

11th and 12th grade students at public or nonpublic schools may earn one elective credit toward graduation for every 250 hours of paid or voluntary work at congregate-care facilities, child-care facilities, or school-age programs, with a maximum of two credits.

Qualifying facilities include community residential facilities, developmental disabilities facilities, long-term care facilities, residential care facilities, licensed day-care centers, group day-care homes, family day-care homes, and programs serving children 5 years or older.

Schools must develop written applications requiring student name, facility contact information, supervisor name, work description, and hours worked, along with deadlines and a process to verify hours.

Schools may establish additional conditions and requirements on the type of work performed and must approve the application before awarding credit.

Effective July 1, 2025.