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MO HB1281

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/9/2014

Primary Sponsor

Keith English

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows Missouri school districts to permit schools to observe a brief moment of silence at the opening of each school day in individual classrooms, not to exceed two minutes
  • Specifies the moment of silence shall be conducted as an opportunity for silent reflection on anticipated daily activities, not as a religious exercise
  • Requires school districts implementing a moment of silence policy to establish guidelines including a schedule for observance, permissible behavior expectations, and consequences for improper conduct
  • Participation is mandatory for all pupils assembled in the classroom during the designated moment of silence

Legislative Description

Allows a school district to authorize its schools to observe a moment of silence in individual classrooms

Last Action

Rules - Reported Do Pass (H)

4/10/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules3/13/2014
Elementary And Secondary Education1/16/2014

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