SB 350: Additional Expansions to the Authority of a Court in Truancy Cases

Author:
Senator Morrisette (at the request of Justice of the Peace Cynthia Sinclair)

Summary:
This bill would expand the authority of the court in truancy cases to require parents to attend state parenting classes and classes providing information on the importance of educating a child. The court could also require psychological treatment, and testing of the child, and tutoring.

Status:
This bill was introduced on January 24, 2003 and has been referred to the Senate President's desk.

HSLDA's Position:
This bill should be opposed.

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