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MO SB641
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/11/2012
Primary Sponsor
David Pearce
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AI Summary
- Repeals section 167.194, RSMo and enacts a new version removing the automatic sunset provision that was scheduled for June 30, 2012
- Requires every child enrolling in kindergarten or first grade in Missouri public elementary schools to receive one comprehensive vision examination by a state licensed optometrist or physician, with evidence submitted to school by January 1st
- Comprehensive vision examinations must include complete case history, visual acuity testing (aided and unaided), external and internal eye examination, and subjective refraction to best visual acuity
- State Board of Education and Department of Health and Senior Services must establish rules for examination criteria, forms, costs, examiner qualifications, and payment methods (insurance, Medicaid, complimentary, or other)
- Declares the act an emergency measure to take effect immediately upon passage and approval to prevent program termination prior to the next school year
Legislative Description
Repeals the June 30, 2012 sunset clause for the Children's Vision Examination Program
Last Action
Motion to vote bill do pass failed S Education Committee
3/28/2012
Committee Referrals
Education2/2/2012
Full Bill Text
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