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OK HB2614
Bill
Status
2/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Rob Johnson
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AI Summary
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Changes the school attendance age cutoff date from September 1 to July 1 for children entering kindergarten and first grade, effective in phases beginning with the 2012-2013 school year.
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Allows children who reach the required age between July 1 and September 1 to enroll in early childhood programs, kindergarten, or first grade if they pass a school-approved readiness screening (paid for by parents).
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Establishes phased implementation: early childhood programs beginning 2012-2013, kindergarten age requirements beginning 2013-2014, and first grade age requirements beginning 2014-2015.
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Makes the act effective July 1, 2012, and declares an emergency for immediate implementation.
Legislative Description
Schools; changing date for determining age for school attendance; effective date; emergency.
Education - Common
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Common Education
2/7/2012