The bill amends the Family Empowerment Scholarship Program by introducing new requirements for private schools participating in the program. Specifically, it mandates that these schools must provide parents with written information regarding the school's academic programs, policies, specialized services, and code of conduct before a student's enrollment. Additionally, for students with specific educational plans (such as Individualized Education Plans or 504 Plans), schools are required to inform parents about the modifications, accommodations, and therapies that will be honored as part of the student's plan.

The bill also includes provisions that allow the commissioner to determine a private school's eligibility to participate in the scholarship program if it fails to meet these new requirements. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 423 Filed: 1002.394