Public Middle, High, and Charter Schools - Start Time for Instruction

Summary

The bill sets a minimum start time of 8 a.m. for middle schools and 8:30 a.m. for high schools beginning the 2028‑2029 school year, with a possible waiver for compelling reasons. It also requires county education boards and charter schools to run a public‑information campaign about sleep deprivation and the benefits of later start times. The measure aims to improve student health and academic outcomes.

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