Bill Summary:

School Safety Committee. Current law requires school districts to adopt a written policy setting forth the school district's attendance requirements. The bill requires the policy to include excused absences for behavioral health concerns.(Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

CEA Position Rationale: Support avenues for students to have their mental health needs met. This should also be extended to staff.

Legislative Priorities: Mental Health and Socio-Emotional Health, Attract and Retain High Quality Educators and Improve Educator Workload 

Tier: 2