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A 6896 In Committee

Relates to utilizing schools as polling places

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Provides that where practicable, school districts in which schools are utilized as polling places shall schedule conference or professional development days on primary or election days when the polls are open to voters, and if students are present during hours when polls are open, school districts shall take measures to ensure that the general public shall not access other areas of the school outside of the polling place.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Mar 18, 2025
Last action
Jan 7, 2026 — REFERRED TO EDUCATION
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
27 · Low