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PA HB1401

PA HB1401
In intermediate units, repealing provisions relating to psychological services; in professional employees, providing for school social workers; and, in school health services, further providing for health services and providing for school counselors, school psychologists and school social workers.


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Introduced
05/08/2019
In Committee
05/08/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in intermediate units, repealing provisions relating to psychological services; in professional employees, providing for school social workers; and, in school health services, further providing for health services and providing for school counselors, school psychologists and school social workers.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 in several ways. It repeals provisions related to psychological services in intermediate units, provides for the employment of school social workers, and further establishes requirements for school health services, including the provision of school counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers. The bill sets specific student-to-staff ratios for these mental health professionals and outlines their roles and responsibilities in collaborating to deliver intervention, assessment, and support services to students. It also requires the development of diagnostic tools and establishes confidentiality requirements for student health records.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (36)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 05/08/2019)

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