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MS HB134
Bill
Status
2/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
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Requires all students in grades 6-12 to present proof of a negative drug test within 30 days before enrollment or the start of the school year, beginning with the 2011-2012 school year.
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Mandates each school district adopt a random drug testing policy for all grades 6-12 students, with parents responsible for paying test costs.
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Establishes testing procedures through county health departments using urinalysis dipstick for initial tests, with confirmation tests available at student's expense if positive.
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Prohibits school districts from reporting positive test results to law enforcement and requires test records be kept separate from students' cumulative folders and confidential.
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Allows students to present evidence of legally prescribed medication use as an affirmative defense to positive test results and permits schools to offer counseling or referral information for students testing positive.
Legislative Description
Random drug tests; require of all public school students in Grades 6 through 12.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010