This bill proposes new provisions related to student attendance in Minnesota, specifically by codifying various sections governing attendance into Minnesota Statutes, chapter 120A. The bill introduces a new section, [120A.37], which outlines the scope of attendance provisions and references existing statutes that govern aspects such as the age of instruction, district of residence, nonpublic school student reporting, transportation, and the rights of students with disabilities. It also addresses funding for truancy reduction programs, the process for excusing absences, and the consequences of habitual truancy, including the removal of students from attendance rolls after a specified number of absences.

Additionally, the bill establishes definitions and guidelines for truancy, including the responsibilities of school districts to notify parents of a child's truancy status and the potential for community-based truancy programs. It also outlines the legal implications for parents or guardians who fail to ensure their child's attendance, including potential criminal penalties for contributing to habitual truancy. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and consolidate existing laws regarding student attendance while ensuring that provisions are in place to support students and address truancy effectively.