This bill amends existing Louisiana law regarding charter schools, specifically focusing on the processes and definitions related to corporate partnerships. It allows for the initial proposal of a charter school with a corporate partner to be submitted to the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Type 2 charter school proposal. Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition of a corporate partner, which includes various legal entities that contribute to the school, while excluding certain corporations identified in existing law.

Key changes include the amendment of R.S. 17:3983(A)(2)(a)(i) to allow for Type 2 proposals under specific conditions, and the enactment of R.S. 17:3983(A)(2)(a)(iv) to explicitly state that proposals involving corporate partners can be made to the state board. Furthermore, R.S. 3991.1 is amended to emphasize the importance of partnerships between public education and government entities, enhancing the collaborative efforts for public health, safety, and infrastructure. The bill aims to foster a more integrated approach to charter school development in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB78 Original: 17:3983(A)(2), 17:1(C)
HB78 Engrossed: 17:3983(A)(2), 17:1(C)
HB78 Enrolled: 17:3983(A)(2), 17:1(C)
HB78 Act : 17:3983(A)(2), 17:1(C)