The bill amends the Revised School Code to add a new section, 1138a, which establishes guidelines for excused absences in public schools. Under this new provision, a pupil's absence will be considered excused if they are attending a scheduled competition, exhibition, or event organized by specific agricultural organizations, including the National FFA Organization, the Michigan FFA Association, and 4-H clubs, among others. Additionally, the pupil must be in good academic standing as determined by their school's governing body.

The bill also stipulates that a pupil may not have more than six excused absences per school year under this provision. Furthermore, it requires that the attendance policies of school districts and public school academies align with the new regulations set forth in this section. This amendment aims to support students' participation in agricultural activities while maintaining academic standards.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.1, 380.1852