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SC H4257
Bill
Status
Passed
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Johnson
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AI Summary
- School districts must adopt a policy within 90 days allowing excused absences of up to 10 days per school year for students participating in interscholastic activities authorized by the school or district, regardless of whether sanctioned by the South Carolina High School League
- Excused absences also continue to apply to Career and Technical Student Organization experiences including FFA and 4-H competitions and exhibitions
- Students must be academically in good standing to qualify for these excused absences
- Students and parents are responsible for obtaining and completing all missed assignments during authorized absences
- Amends Section 59-1-462 of the South Carolina Code of Laws
Legislative Description
Excused student absences
Last Action
Act No. 100
3/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Education5/1/2025
Education and Public Works3/27/2025
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