The act continues the Colorado state advisory council for parent involvement in education (advisory council) until September 1, 2030. Prior to its repeal, the department of regulatory agencies will conduct a sunset review of the advisory council.
The act adds a department of early childhood representative to serve on the advisory council.
The act requires the advisory committee to:
Advise educator preparation programs about best practices for including research-based family engagement strategies in coursework and program requirements; and
Provide feedback to state agencies and other organizations about publicly available tools and resources that assist families with navigating the education system.
For the 2024-25 state fiscal year, the act appropriates $33,364 from the general fund to the department of education for use by school quality and support.
APPROVED by Governor June 4, 2024
EFFECTIVE August 7, 2024(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Statutes affected:
Signed Act (06/05/2024): 22-7-303, 22-7-304, 22-7-306
Final Act (05/23/2024): 22-7-303, 22-7-304, 22-7-306