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CA AB1840
Bill
Status
Passed
9/29/2014
Primary Sponsor
Nora Campos
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AI Summary
- Authorizes vision appraisal of elementary school pupils using either an eye chart or scientifically validated photoscreening tests instead of only traditional methods
- Requires photoscreening tests to be performed by a school nurse or trained individual under agreement with or supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist, with training requirements established by the State Department of Education
- Changes appraisal schedule to occur during kindergarten or upon first enrollment, and then in grades 2, 5, and 8, with exemption for pupils first enrolling in grades 4 or 7
- Adds near vision testing to standard appraisal requirements alongside visual acuity and color vision (color vision appraisal limited to male pupils once)
- Permits waiver of vision appraisal if parents present a certificate from a physician, physician assistant, or optometrist documenting the child's vision results
Legislative Description
Pupil health: vision appraisal.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 803, Statutes of 2014.
9/29/2014
Committee Referrals
Appropriations7/1/2014
Education6/19/2014
Health6/5/2014
Rules5/23/2014
Appropriations5/12/2014
Health4/21/2014
Education3/28/2014
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