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HB 2743: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for dates and times of school terms and sessions and commencement.

Eric DavanzoReferred

HB 2743 status: Referred — Referred to Education (updated Aug 19, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 55/100

Bill summary

Official

Here is the plain English summary: **Lawmakers are currently debating a bill to update the rules for school calendars, daily class schedules, and graduation ceremonies. It has not yet become law.**

Key analysis

Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct effect identified

Risks

  • No direct effect identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Potential for improved administrative efficiency

Risks

  • Potential for increased logistical costs for districts

Society

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Standardized scheduling across districts

Risks

  • Possible disruption to existing school community traditions
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

Warning

Potential for unintended logistical burdens on school district scheduling

Limitation

Analysis based solely on limited OpenStates summary

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Where it stands

Introduced

Complete
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Committee

Current

Referred to Education

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Floor

Upcoming
4

Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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