Enacts provisions governing make up days of school for inclement weather

HB 1431 requires school districts to make up days or hours lost due to bad weather (like snow, floods, or extreme heat), with specific rules based on school calendar type. For most districts, this means making up the first six lost days (or 36 hours starting 2019-20) plus half the additional lost days/hours, up to a maximum of ten days or 60 hours total. Districts with approved emergency remote learning plans can avoid make-up days for up to 36 hours during crises like pandemics or power outages, provided they follow strict guidelines for student assignments and attendance. The law ensures students meet the state’s annual requirement of 1,044 hours of instruction while offering flexibility for weather-related closures.