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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 76(R)

HOUSE BILL 217  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Hochberg

EFFECTIVE: 1999-2000 school year         

SENATE SPONSOR: Ellis, Rodney

House Bill 217 amends the Education Code to delete the requirement of a prior written request by a student's parent, guardian, or custodian for an excused absence from school for religious holy days.

House Bill 217 applies beginning with the 1999-2000 school year.