This bill proposes new legal language to be added to Minnesota Statutes, specifically in chapter 120A, which governs student attendance. It establishes a framework for various aspects of student attendance, including compulsory instruction requirements, admission policies based on residency, and reporting obligations for nonpublic school students. The bill clarifies that the inclusion or exclusion of provisions related to attendance does not have substantive legal effects and emphasizes the importance of consulting the original statutes for a complete understanding of their implications.

Additionally, the bill addresses transportation requirements for students, including those with disabilities, and outlines the responsibilities of school districts in managing truancy. It specifies the conditions under which a student may be excused from attendance, the process for removing a student from the attendance roll after a certain number of absences, and the definitions and implications of habitual truancy. The bill also introduces potential criminal penalties for individuals who fail to ensure that a child receives the required education, thereby reinforcing the importance of compliance with attendance laws.