Oregon lawmakers propose fines for parents of students with unexcused absences
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A bill to implement truancy fines will receive a public hearing Wednesday afternoon. Truancy fines are penalties levied against parents or guardians for a child’s unexcused absences from school.
House Bill 2052 proposes penalties for parents or guardians of students who accumulate eight or more unexcused absences within a four-week period during the school year. The proposed citation would be classified as a Class-C violation, carrying a maximum fine of $500. A proposed amendment to the bill would change the citation to a Class-E violation, which may decrease the financial penalty.
Before issuing a citation, school districts must send a written notice to the student’s parent or guardian in their native language. The letter must explain the reasoning behind the citation, state that school attendance is mandatory, and warn that a citation may be issued for non-compliance.
Additionally, the school must arrange a conference with the parents and a school official, as well as a meeting with school and community representatives to support the student.
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