SCHOOLS: Provides for a five-day school week for public schools with exceptions. (gov sig)

SB 82 would require Louisiana public schools to operate a mandatory five-day school week, affecting all public school districts in the state. Exceptions allow districts with an "A" performance rating from the state education department or those already using a four-day week by December 31, 2025, to continue their current schedule. The bill does not change the required school year length but specifies the minimum weekly schedule. This legislation is pending and would take effect after the governor signs it or if the legislature overrides a veto.