House Education - 2026-02-17 - 1:00PM

House Education · February 17, 2026

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Bill overview: chronic absenteeism

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Unidentified Speaker introduced the committee bill on chronic absenteeism, saying the measure would define chronic absenteeism, require the Agency of Education to develop a state model policy for schools (or allow stricter local policy), and propose changes to truancy laws to be less punitive.

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House Education continued consideration of a committee bill to define and address chronic absenteeism. Two school counselors testified, urging a prevention-focused model policy from the Agency of Education, clearer rules for excused absences, consistent attendance transfer records, and more staffing/resources for counselors.

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