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SC H3778

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bruce Bannister

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes school district governing bodies to waive the requirement that public schools make up full days missed due to Hurricane Helene-related closures during the 2024-2025 school year

  • Requires State Superintendent certification that districts designated at least three make-up days in their calendar, local boards waived up to three days, and the State Board of Education waived up to three additional days beyond that

  • Mandates districts submit plans for lengthened school days or Saturday classes for future inclement weather events and seek State Department of Education assistance regarding Section 59-1-425

  • Extends make-up day waivers to home-school programs approved by the board of trustees and charter schools within affected districts

  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Hurricane Helene school closure waivers

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Education

4/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Education4/23/2025
Education and Public Works1/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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