The original instrument was prepared by Christine Arbo Peck. The following digest,
which does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Cheryl
M. Serrett.
DIGEST
SB 353 Engrossed 2016 Regular Session Bishop
Proposed law establishes the Louisiana Expectant and Parenting Students Act to recognize existing
Federal Title IX obligations and policy provisions that shall be adopted by governing authorities of
public secondary schools with respect to such students. Further, provides for a report by the attorney
general on school compliance with policies and data on rates of graduation for students who are
expecting and parenting and recommendations for legislation. Specifies that no personally
identifiable student information shall be reported.
Effective August 1, 2016.
(Adds R.S. 17:221.7 and 3996(B)(42))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Education to the original bill
1. Extends the authority to provide medical excuses to medical professionals in addition
to doctors.
2. Changes responsibility for compliance, monitoring, data collection and reporting
from the Department of Education to the office of the attorney general.
3. Prohibits reporting of personally identifiable student information.