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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 59-26-110, Relating To Mandatory Teacher Training In Youth Suicide Awareness And Prevention As A Condition To Renewing Their Credentials, So As To Require Such Training For Individuals Employed In A Kindergarten Through Twelfth Grade School Or Institution Of Highter Education.
AI Summary
This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to update requirements for youth suicide awareness and prevention training for educators. Specifically, the bill extends the existing requirement for two hours of mandatory training from the 2013-2014 school year to the 2026-2027 school year, applying to individuals employed in kindergarten through 12th grade schools and institutions of higher education. The training will continue to count toward the 120 renewal credits needed for credential renewal by the Department of Education. By mandating this training, the bill aims to ensure that educators across various educational levels are equipped with knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to youth suicide risks. The legislation will take effect upon approval by the Governor, potentially helping to improve student mental health support and awareness in South Carolina's educational institutions.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (9)
Beth Bernstein (D)*,
Nathan Ballentine (R),
Heather Bauer (D),
Paula Calhoon (R),
Jordan Pace (R),
Tommy Pope (R),
Robert Reese (D),
Carla Schuessler (R),
Tiffany Spann-Wilder (D),
Last Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Bauer (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3630&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3630_20241212.htm |
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