House Bill 1661: Lowering Compulsory Attendance Age

Author:
Rep. Harry Brooks (R-19th District)

Summary:
This bill would lower the compulsory attendance age from 17 to 16. This is a companion bill to Senate Bill 1734.

Status:
This bill was introduced on February 24, 2003, and is currently in the K-12 Subcommittee of the House Education Committee.

HSLDA's Position:
This legislation should be supported.

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