SB 403 (2026): requiring all schools to start the school year after Labor Day.

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SB 403 (2026)

requiring all schools to start the school year after Labor Day.

  • Status: Referred for interim study
  • Term: 2025-2026
  • Senate committee: Education
  • Subject: Education - General

The Story

It was introduced on January 7, 2026 and referred to the Senate Education committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 17, 2026. The committee voted 4–1 to recommend that the Senate study it after the session ends, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On March 12, 2026 the Senate adopted “Refer to Interim Study” on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 17, 2026, 9:15 AM: hearing, Senate Education, SL Map Room
  • March 12, 2026: consent calendar, Senate

Votes

  • March 12, 2026, Senate: Refer to Interim Study — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 7, 2026: Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Education
  • February 17, 2026: Hearing: 02/17/2026, Room Map Room, SL, 09:15 am
  • March 12, 2026: Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/12/2026; Vote 4-1; CC
  • March 12, 2026: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 03/12/2026

Laws It Would Change

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