Idaho Capitol Watch
HB 794: EDUCATION – Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding prohibitions on excused absences for certain activities in public schools.
Prohibits Idaho public schools from granting excused absences for student political protests, walkouts, or volunteering for political groups. Treats such absences as unexcused, impacting attendance calculations. Requires annual reporting to state superintendent.
Status
Reported Printed (March 2, 2026) · Originated in the Idaho House · Introduced February 27, 2026
Sponsors
- EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Committees
- JRA for Printing
Bill history
- February 27, 2026 — House: Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
- March 2, 2026 — House: Reported Printed and Referred to Education
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