Hawaii SB34 allows excused absences for students due to mental or behavioral health.
Hawaii SB34 amends Chapter 302A of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to classify absences due to a student's mental or behavioral health as excused absences. The bill sets a limit on the number of excused absences a student can take each academic year. These absences are exempt from penalties for failing to meet regular attendance requirements. The enforcement of these provisions is subject to the department's plans and policies.
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