HR 623 · 107th Congress · Education

McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act of 2001

Introduced 2001-02-14· Sponsored by Rep. Biggert, Judy [R-IL-13]· House

Bill Progress

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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1847-1848)(2002-10-11)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act of 2001 - Amends the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act to revise and reauthorize title VI subtitle B, Education for Homeless Children and Youth. Prohibits States receiving funds under such Act from segregating homeless children and youth solely on the basis of their homeless status. Directs the Coordinator of Education of Homeless Children and Youth in each State to identify schools or programs that so segregate, and provide technical assistance and support to them in removing barriers and promptly integrating. Requires schools to: (1) enroll immediately any homeless child or youth seeking enrollment, even if the records normally required for enrollment cannot be produced; (2) immediately contact the school such child or youth last attended to obtain academic and other records; and (3) promptly refer any such child or youth who needs immunizations or immunization or health records to the liaison for assistance in obtaining them. Requires local education agencies (LEAs) to coordinate their services (including expedited assistance) with agencies responsible for sheltering homeless families and youth. Requires local liaisons to ensure that: (…

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Cosponsors (20)

17 Democrats3 Republicans