The original instrument was prepared by LG Sullivan. The following digest, which
does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Cheryl
Serrett.
DIGEST
SB 256 Engrossed 2022 Regular Session Barrow
Present law provides generally for the discipline of students, including suspension.
Proposed law requires the principal, prior to suspending a student, for a period of greater than three
days, to ensure that the student is assessed using an instrument, such as the Adverse Childhood
Experiences Assessment developed by the Centers for Disease Control, that is designed to determine
if the student has experienced trauma. Further requires the results of the assessment to be considered
in determining whether the student's behavior may be better addressed in a manner other than
through suspension.
Proposed law repeals outdated law regarding in-school suspension pilot projects.
Proposed law authorizes and directs the Louisiana State Law Institute to redesignate R.S. 17:223 and
224, as designated prior to the enactment of proposed law, as R.S. 17:416.1.1 and 416.1.2, and to
predesignate any other section of law or internal citations consistent with the provisions of proposed
law.
(Amends R.S. 17:223 and 416(A)(3)(b); repeals R.S. 17:223.1)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Education to the original bill
1. Changes to apply only to suspensions greater than 3 days.
2. Changes how the information from the assessment is utilized in the disciplinary
actions.