2023 House Bill 4027

AI Analysis – Experimental

House Bill No. 4027aims to amend the 1976 PA 451, "The Revised School Code," by adding section 1138a to establish a purple star program by January 1, 2024. This program is designed to support military-connected pupils in public schools. Key components of the bill include:

An application process for public schools to receive a purple-star-program-school designation. Criteria for designation include appointing a military liaison, maintaining a dedicated webpage with resources for military-connected pupils and their families, implementing transition programs, offering staff development on military-connected pupil issues, and initiating support activities such as resolutions of support, monthly recognitions, partnerships with armed forces, and pupil-driven clubs. Definitions of "armed forces" to include all branches of the United States military and "military-connected pupil" as a pupil related to a current or former member of the armed forces, including those killed in the line of duty.

The bill focuses on ensuring that military-connected pupils have access to appropriate resources, support, and recognition within the public school system.