Section 9. Compulsory Attendance at Schools

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Compulsory Attendance at Schools

The legislature may require by law that every child shall attend the public schools of the state, throughout the period between the ages of six and eighteen years, unless educated by other means, as provided by law.

Summary: Compulsory school attendance increased beyond three years.

Election Date: November 7, 1972

Votes For Ratification: 136833

Votes Against Ratification: 133735

Percent for Ratification: 51%

Percent Against Ratification: 49%

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Amendment Source: 1972 SJR 124

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Compulsory Attendance at School

The legislature may require by law, that every child of sufficient mental and physical ability, shall attend the public school throughout the period between the ages of six and eighteen years, for a time equivalent to three years, unless educated by other means.

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