2005 House Bill 4049

Raise compulsory school age to 18

Introduced in the House

Jan. 27, 2005

Introduced by Rep. LaMar Lemmons III (D-3)

To require compulsory school attendance for children up to age 18, instead of age 16 as is currently required, with some exceptions. Attendance at a community college cooperative program for high school students, or in vocational education would be allowed as alternatives.

Referred to the Committee on Education