Modifies provisions relating to charter schools

HB 2847 modifies the rules governing where charter schools can operate and which organizations are eligible to sponsor them in Missouri. The bill restricts charter school locations to specific types of school districts, such as those in large cities, unaccredited areas, or districts with low performance scores, while also limiting the number of locally sponsored charter schools in larger districts. It expands the list of potential sponsors to include public and private colleges, community colleges, and vocational schools, provided they meet certain accreditation and teacher preparation standards. Additionally, the legislation clarifies how a district's accreditation status changes affect existing charter schools and prohibits sponsors from charging fees to applicants for considering a charter application.