New York S09780 amends the education law to allow absences from school for the mental or behavioral health of a minor.

New York S09780 amends the education law to permit absences from school for the mental or behavioral health of a minor. The bill specifies that these absences will be governed by rules established by the commissioner. The legislation also allows for absences for religious observance and education, which will also be governed by rules set by the commissioner. The bill ensures that the identity of a person requesting the release of a minor is verified against a list provided by the minor's parents or guardians at the time of enrollment.

New York S09780 amends the education law to allow absences from school for the mental or behavioral health of a minor.

New York S09780 amends the education law to permit absences from school for the mental or behavioral health of a minor. The bill specifies that these absences will be governed by rules established by the commissioner. The legislation also allows for absences for religious observance and education, which will also be governed by rules set by the commissioner. The bill ensures that the identity of a person requesting the release of a minor is verified against a list provided by the minor's parents or guardians at the time of enrollment.