Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1044

Caption

Relating to training requirements for public school nurses and certain other school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid.

Impact

The implementation of SB1044 is set to significantly improve the preparedness of school personnel in dealing with medical emergencies involving seizures. The Texas Education Agency is required to approve relevant online courses that fulfill the training criteria laid out in the bill. By raising awareness and knowledge baseline among school staff, the bill aims to ensure a safer school environment for students with seizure disorders. The changes are scheduled to take effect with the 2019-2020 school year, reflecting a proactive approach to student health in the state.

Summary

SB1044, titled 'Sam's Law', is a piece of legislation focused on enhancing the training requirements for public school nurses and other school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid. This law establishes that school nurses must complete an approved online training course that covers essential information on managing students with seizures. Additionally, other school employees who regularly interact with students are also mandated to complete a similar training program. The intent of this law is to better equip school staff in recognizing seizures and providing appropriate first aid to affected students.

Contention

While the legislation generally enjoys support for its intentions to enhance student safety, potential points of contention could arise around the implementation and funding of the required training programs. Critics may argue about the logistical challenges school districts might face in executing these new requirements, particularly in terms of budgeting and providing adequate online resources for the training. Additionally, there may be discussions about the effectiveness of online training versus in-person training, raising questions about the best methods to prepare school personnel for real-life emergencies.

Companion Bills

TX HB684

Same As Relating to the care of students with seizure disorders and the training requirements for certain school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid.

TX HB684

Same As Relating to the care of students with seizure disorders and the training requirements for certain school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid.

Previously Filed As

TX SB449

Relating to training requirements for public school board of trustees members and superintendents regarding the adoption of a trauma-informed school standard.

TX SB1506

Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a public school to a student with a seizure disorder.

TX HB3610

Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a public school to a student with a seizure disorder.

TX HB13

Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.

TX SB11

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to the health and safety of public school students and active shooter training for certain peace officers.

TX HB3255

Relating to emergency response management training for certain administrators and security personnel at public schools.

TX HB5096

Relating to mental health first aid training for certain school district employees and volunteers.

TX HB1537

Relating to the submission by law enforcement agencies to certain public school personnel of a handle with care notice concerning a traumatic event experienced by a public school student and to certain required training regarding those notices.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB11

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

Similar Bills

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