This bill proposes new legal language to be added to Minnesota Statutes, specifically in chapter 120A, which governs student attendance. It outlines various provisions related to student attendance, including the age of instruction, district of residence, nonpublic school student reporting, transportation, and the handling of students with disabilities. The bill emphasizes that the inclusion or exclusion of provisions related to attendance does not have substantive legal effects and that users must consult the cross-referenced laws for a complete understanding of the statutes.

Additionally, the bill addresses issues such as truancy, absences, and maltreatment, providing definitions and guidelines for handling habitual truancy and the responsibilities of parents and school districts. It establishes that a student may be classified as withdrawn after 15 consecutive days of absence and outlines the responsibilities of school districts in notifying parents about truancy. The bill also includes provisions for criminal penalties for those who fail to ensure a child's education or contribute to habitual truancy.