School districts would limit home instruction in abuse cases

A school district may not authorize home instruction in the listed circumstances. This covers a currently enrolled public school student and either custodial parent or a person who would instruct the child at home. The restriction applies if an abuse or neglect investigation is pending against either custodial parent or a person instructing the child, or if either has ever been convicted of domestic violence, child abuse, or neglect. The act would take effect immediately if enacted.

Each school district must adopt a policy for contacting its superintendent about suspected abuse or neglect reports made by school staff. This applies to every school district and reports made by teachers or other school personnel. After the superintendent determines that an investigation has begun, the superintendent must ask the state Office of Children and Family Services to confirm the case status. The state office must provide confirmation within 48 hours after it receives the superintendent's request. The act would take effect immediately if enacted.