Oppose AB-84: Protect Charter School Flexibility

Subject: Oppose AB-84: Protect Charter Schools from Increased Bureaucracy and Compliance Costs

My name is [Full Name], and I am writing to express my strong opposition to AB-84. This bill, which proposes the establishment of the Office of the Education Inspector General and imposes additional audit requirements on charter schools, is fundamentally flawed and burdensome. AB-84 introduces unnecessary bureaucracy by creating a new layer of oversight that will likely increase administrative burdens without guaranteeing improved educational outcomes. The stringent audit requirements and financial reporting standards mandated by the bill could divert critical resources away from educational activities, placing a significant financial strain on charter schools, especially smaller ones. This could ultimately limit their ability to focus on student education. Moreover, the bill's restrictions on the expansion of nonclassroom-based charter schools threaten to stifle innovation and reduce educational options for students. By imposing uniform standards across all local educational agencies, AB-84 risks undermining the autonomy that allows charter schools to tailor their educational approaches to meet diverse student needs. The increased compliance costs and administrative workload could detract from the primary mission of these schools, which is to provide quality education. I urge you to reconsider the implications of AB-84 and oppose its passage to protect the flexibility and financial viability of charter schools. Thank you for considering my concerns. Sincerely,