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PA HB2873

PA HB2873
In terms and courses of study, further providing for youth suicide awareness and prevention and providing for violence prevention and social inclusion.


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Introduced
09/17/2020
In Committee
09/17/2020
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 terms and courses of study, further providing for youth suicide awareness and prevention and providing for violence prevention and social inclusion.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require public schools serving grades 6-12 to provide annual evidence-based suicide awareness and prevention training, as well as violence prevention and social inclusion training, for students. The bill also requires schools to designate student-led violence prevention clubs. The Department of Education is tasked with developing and providing lists of approved training programs and materials, and is directed to seek federal or state funding to offset any implementation costs.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 09/17/2020)

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