This bill focuses on improving the educational rights and record transfer processes for children in the custody of the Secretary for Children and Families in Kansas. It requires that when a child's placement changes, the Secretary must notify the relevant school districts to ensure the transfer of the child's educational records within two business days. The bill allows these children to attend any school district and enables them to remain enrolled in their school of origin, thereby minimizing disruptions to their education. It also mandates that educational records must be transferred promptly and prohibits school districts from denying or delaying enrollment based on the lack of these records.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to special education and outlines school district responsibilities regarding nonresident student enrollment. It establishes a framework for nonresident students to enroll based on available capacity, prioritizing siblings of enrolled students and military students, while also prohibiting discrimination in the enrollment process. The bill requires school districts to provide transportation plans for children who need to stay in their school of origin after a placement change. Furthermore, it repeals several existing statutes, including K.S.A. 38-2218, 72-3439, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 72-3122, HB 72-3123, and 72-3124, and will take effect immediately upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-3439, 72-3122, 72-3123, 38-2218, 72-13, 72-3125, 72-3712, 72-3124