This bill amends existing law to allow public schools to enter into contracts with any approved nonpublic school, which includes religious schools. Specifically, it modifies RSA 189:1-a, IV by replacing the term "nonsectarian private" with "nonpublic" to broaden the scope of schools with which public school boards can contract for educational services. This change enables school boards to execute contracts for tuition programs to educate children residing in their districts when there is no public school available at the pupil's grade level, provided that the school board determines it is in the best interest of the pupil.

The bill emphasizes the flexibility of public schools in meeting educational needs by allowing them to raise and appropriate funds for these contracts. The effective date of the act is set for July 15, 2025, upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 189:1-a
As Amended by the Senate: 189:1-a
Version adopted by both bodies: 189:1-a
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 189:1-a
HB768 text: 189:1-a