HB0526 mandates local education agencies to refer students for welfare checks if they are absent without notification or enrollment in another school.

HB0526 requires local education agencies to refer students for welfare checks if they have been absent for a certain number of consecutive school days and their parents have not notified the school, filed a home school affidavit, provided notice of unenrollment, or responded to school communications. The referral can be made to local law enforcement or the Division of Child and Family Services to ensure the student's safety and well-being. This action does not preclude or obligate any other actions under state law.

HB0526 mandates local education agencies to refer students for welfare checks if they are absent without notification or enrollment in another school.

HB0526 requires local education agencies to refer students for welfare checks if they have been absent for a certain number of consecutive school days and their parents have not notified the school, filed a home school affidavit, provided notice of unenrollment, or responded to school communications. The referral can be made to local law enforcement or the Division of Child and Family Services to ensure the student's safety and well-being. This action does not preclude or obligate any other actions under state law.