This bill amends section 79-215 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to enhance the enrollment provisions for children of military families in school districts. It mandates that any preliminary or advanced enrollment policies applicable to military families also extend to students with an individualized family service plan, an individualized education program under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or those receiving special education services. The bill ensures that these students can enroll without charge upon arrival in Nebraska if they meet the specified requirements.

Additionally, the bill includes several insertions and deletions to clarify the responsibilities of school boards regarding enrollment policies. Notably, it emphasizes that school boards must ensure that enrollment policies are inclusive of students with special needs, thereby promoting equitable access to education for all students, particularly those from military families and those requiring special accommodations. The original section 79-215 is repealed, consolidating the updated provisions into a single, comprehensive framework for student enrollment in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 79-215
Final Reading: 79-215
Slip Law: 79-215