This bill introduces a new section to RSA 193, allowing students in public or public charter primary and secondary schools to receive excused absences for participating in civic engagement activities and career or technical education (CTE) events, provided that parents notify the school at least two school days in advance. Specifically, students are permitted to have two absences excused per 45-day school period for these activities, with additional absences potentially excused at the school's discretion. The bill defines "civic events" and "CTE events" and outlines the requirements for students to provide evidence of attendance, such as signed forms from event officials.

Additionally, the bill mandates the state board of education to develop rules and alternative academic credits related to participation in civic and CTE activities, which may count towards fulfilling civic education graduation requirements. The new legal language inserted into the law includes provisions for excused absences and the responsibilities of the state board of education, while no specific deletions from current law are noted in the text provided. The act is set to take effect upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 186:11
HB1573 text: 186:11