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WA SB6141
WA SB6141Strengthening school district plans for recognition, screening, and response to emotional or behavioral distress in students.
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Introduced
01/09/2018
01/09/2018
In Committee
02/23/2018
02/23/2018
Crossed Over
02/13/2018
02/13/2018
Passed
Dead
03/08/2018
03/08/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to strengthening school district plans for1recognition, screening, and response to emotional or behavioral2distress in students; and amending RCW 28A.300.288, 28A.320.127, and328A.310.500.4
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen school district plans for recognizing, screening, and responding to emotional or behavioral distress in students. It requires school districts to adopt a plan that addresses various aspects, including staff training, community partnerships, communication with parents, and support for students and staff after incidents of violence or suicide. The bill also directs the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop an online training module for school staff on recognizing, screening, and responding to student distress, and to prioritize funding for suicide prevention activities in high-risk communities.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (6)
John McCoy (D)*,
Bob Hasegawa (D),
Karen Keiser (D),
Patty Kuderer (D),
Kevin Van De Wege (D),
Lisa Wellman (D),
Last Action
By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading. (on 03/08/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=6141&year=2017 |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2017-18/Pdf/Bills/Senate Bills/6141-S.pdf |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2017-18/Pdf/Bills/Senate Bills/6141.pdf |
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