public schools; released time courses

Summary

The bill permits charter schools and public school districts to authorize students to participate in released‑time religious courses while school is in session, provided parents give written consent. The course provider must keep attendance records, assume legal responsibility for students, and meet qualification standards, while schools must award academic credit using secular criteria and may not fund or host the courses. Violations give affected parties a private right to sue for damages and injunctions.

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