Bill
HB 3260
Overview: HB 3260 - Develop a new method to determine the minimum number of hours per day and per school year to be spent on instructional time.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to
Overview: HB 3260 - Develop a new method to determine the minimum number of hours per day and per school year to be spent on instructional time.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to direct the state's Department of Education to develop a new methodology for calculating the minimum required instructional time for K-12 students. The goal is to ensure that students receive an adequate amount of instructional time to support their academic achievement.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the Department of Education to convene a working group to study and recommend a new formula for determining the minimum number of instructional hours per day and per school year
- Specifies that the new formula should consider factors such as student learning needs, educational research, and best practices from other states
- Directs the Department to submit the working group's recommendations to the state legislature for consideration and potential implementation
- Provides a timeline for the Department to complete the study and submit the recommendations within one year
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily affect K-12 public schools and districts, as they would be required to comply with any new instructional time requirements established as a result of the study. Students could potentially benefit from increased or more effective instructional time.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the House Education Committee for further consideration. If passed, the Department of Education would have one year to complete the study and submit the recommendations to the legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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