Authorizes excused absences for students to participate in civic activities.

The bill allows school districts to grant excused absences for students to participate in civic activities such as legislative visits, advocacy days, and meetings with elected officials. The absences must be requested by the student's parent or guardian, describe the activity, and be submitted at least seven days in advance. The bill also encourages excused absences for search and rescue activities, subject to parental and principal approval.

Authorizes excused absences for students to participate in civic activities.

The bill allows school districts to grant excused absences for students to participate in civic activities such as legislative visits, advocacy days, and meetings with elected officials. The absences must be requested by the student's parent or guardian, describe the activity, and be submitted at least seven days in advance. The bill also encourages excused absences for search and rescue activities, subject to parental and principal approval.