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Introduced
04/15/2025
04/15/2025
In Committee
04/15/2025
04/15/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 59-29-120, Relating To The Authority Of Schools To Excuse Students To Attend Veteran's Day Activities, So As To Require Schools To Excuse Students To Attend Such Activities.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina law to require schools to excuse students from regular classes to attend Veteran's Day activities within their county, changing the existing language from schools "may" permit such absences to schools "shall" permit them. Under the new provision, students who wish to participate must have prior written parental consent, and these Veteran's Day activities will count as part of the instructional day, meaning students will not be penalized academically for attending. The bill aims to encourage student participation in honoring veterans and recognizing their service by making it easier for students to attend commemorative events on November 11th each year. The amendment to Section 59-29-120 of the South Carolina Code will take effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, providing schools with a clear mandate to support student engagement in Veteran's Day observances.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (12)
Everett Stubbs (R)*,
Brian Adams (R),
Billy Garrett (R),
Greg Hembree (R),
Carlisle Kennedy (R),
Josh Kimbrell (R),
Matthew Leber (R),
Roger Nutt (R),
Mike Reichenbach (R),
Rex Rice (R),
Ed Sutton (D),
Jeffrey Zell (R),
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Education (on 04/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0565&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/565_20250415.htm |
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