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Senate advances bill to define chronic absenteeism and require state model policy for schools
Summary
H930 (addressing chronic absenteeism) was reported by the Education Committee and proposed to the House to amend as recommended; the bill defines chronic absenteeism (10% of school year), requires the Agency of Education to develop a model policy and procedures, and sets timelines for reporting and local adoption.
The Senate considered H930, a bill focused on defining and preventing chronic absenteeism in Vermont schools. The Education Committee reported the measure, and Senator Bongarts (Speaker 8) outlined key sections and timelines.
The bill defines chronic absenteeism as a student being absent for 10% or more of a school year (excused or unexcused) and distinguishes that definition from…
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