HB4720

Creating Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural Schools Act

Introduced·1/22/26
Intr Text

Establishes the Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural Schools Act to support rural communities by ensuring access to local schools and.

The Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural Schools Act aims to support rural communities by ensuring continued access to local schools, preventing unnecessary consolidation, and providing financial and structural support to public charter schools serving geographically remote areas. The Act establishes a separate governing board for rural public charter schools, distinct from the sponsor's board, responsible for management, operation, and accountability. The initial governance is undertaken by an ad hoc committee, transitioning to a permanent governing board.

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History

Jan 22

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 22

House

To Education

Jan 22

House

Introduced in House