The bill amends the Revised School Code to introduce new provisions regarding the transfer of students between school districts, particularly in cases of bullying. Under the new section 1310f, if a parent or legal guardian requests a transfer for their child due to bullying, the receiving school district must accept the transfer if specific conditions are met. These conditions include evidence that the child is being bullied, that the bullying has been reported to school personnel, and that previous interventions by the current school have failed. Additionally, the bill prohibits school districts from rejecting transfers based on a child's habitual truancy and mandates that the current school district provide the child's academic records within seven days of the transfer notice.

The bill also modifies section 1401, which governs the admission of nonresident pupils. It clarifies that school boards may admit nonresident students and sets limits on the tuition rates that can be charged. Notably, the bill stipulates that no tuition can be charged to nonresident pupils who transfer under the new bullying provisions outlined in section 1310f. This legislation is referred to as the "Natalia Moore Law," emphasizing its focus on addressing bullying in schools and facilitating safe educational environments for affected students.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.1401