Establishes the "Task Force on Juvenile Justice and Education"

HB 287 creates a "Task Force on Juvenile Justice and Education" to study and improve educational services for youth involved in Missouri's justice system. The task force, composed of legislative members, state officials, and a juvenile court judge, will examine current education processes for these youth, gather input from agencies and community groups, and develop recommendations by December 31, 2025. It will focus on creating consistent, state-wide policies to ensure adjudicated youth receive appropriate education. The task force will not make direct policy changes but will propose statutory updates or interagency cooperation strategies. This bill directly affects youth in the justice system and state agencies responsible for their education and oversight.