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Connecticut Homeschooling Bill Sparks Safety Debate and Opposition

3/5/2026

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Connecticut's Department of Education cannot comply with Senate Bill 6, which would notify child welfare when homeschooling withdrawals occur.
The bill's push follows safety concerns after Torres-García's death and another abuse case.
The Office of the Child Advocate supports the bill, saying it would boost child safety and oversight of the Department of Children and Families.
Homeschoolers oppose the bill as infringing on their rights.

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Story summary

Connecticut's Department of Education cannot comply with Senate Bill 6, which would notify child welfare when homeschooling withdrawals occur.
The bill's push follows safety concerns after Torres-García's death and another abuse case.
The Office of the Child Advocate supports the bill, saying it would boost child safety and oversight of the Department of Children and Families.
Homeschoolers oppose the bill as infringing on their rights.