House Bill 1602: Requiring Principal to Interview Students Withdrawing or Absent from Public School

Authors:
Rep. James R. Roebuck Jr.

Summary:
Among other things, this bill would require that a student not complying with the compulsory attendance law (or even accused of not complying with the law) be interviewed by the public school principal. This law could be used to harass or intimidate homeschoolers accused by public school officials of not complying with the law for home education programs.

Status:

6/3/2009		(House) Referred to the Education Committee
6/10/2009		(House) Reported as amended
6/10/2009		(House) First consideration
6/10/2009		(House) Re-committed to Rules Committee

HSLDA’s Position:
This bill should be opposed.

Action Requested:
None at this time.

Other Resources

Bill Text   (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)