Nevada 2023 Regular Session

Nevada Assembly Bill AB72

Refer
1/30/23  
Introduced
2/6/23  
Report Pass
4/17/23  
Refer
4/19/23  
Report Pass
5/30/23  
Engrossed
5/31/23  
Refer
5/31/23  
Report Pass
6/3/23  
Enrolled
6/9/23  
Chaptered
6/10/23  

Caption

Creates the Advisory Committee on the Safety and Well-Being of Public School Staff. (BDR 34-442)

Impact

The creation of this committee is expected to lead to a more structured approach to addressing the well-being of public school staff in Nevada. By focusing on safety issues and consistent pupil discipline, the bill aims to enhance the overall work environment for educators and support personnel. The committee will be tasked with making recommendations to improve existing statutes and policies, potentially leading to changes in how schools handle safety protocols and staff welfare.

Summary

Assembly Bill 72 establishes the Advisory Committee on the Safety and Well-Being of Public School Staff within the Department of Education. The bill's primary goal is to focus on the issues affecting the safety and well-being of public school staff, requiring the committee to review, investigate, and make recommendations regarding relevant laws and regulations. This initiative reflects a growing recognition of the importance of addressing the challenges faced by educational personnel, particularly in light of contemporary concerns regarding school safety and staff mental health.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding AB 72 appears to be positive among educators and advocacy groups, particularly those focused on workplace safety. Supporters view the bill as a necessary step towards ensuring that public school staff are better protected and supported. However, there may also be some concerns regarding the execution of recommendations and the ability of the committee to effect meaningful change within existing bureaucratic frameworks.

Contention

While most discussions regarding AB 72 are supportive, points of contention may arise over the specific recommendations the committee will ultimately propose. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on what constitutes adequate measures to ensure safety and discipline in schools. Additionally, there could be debate about the representation on the committee and whether it truly reflects the diverse experiences and voices of all public school staff and their needs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NV AB395

Creates the Financial Oversight of School Spending Committee. (BDR 34-723)

NV SB71

Revises provisions relating to the recruitment and retention of school staff. (BDR 34-439)

NV SB1664

Relating to the establishment of the school safety technical advisory committee and the school safety accountability program.

NV HB1089

Public safety officer benefit advisory board.

NV HB1589

Public safety officer benefit advisory board.

NV SB2308

Occupational and professional boards, the midwest interstate passenger rail compact, prison industry advisory committee, energy policy commission, medical marijuana advisory committee, onsite wastewater recycling technical committee, state board of water well contractors, committee on aging, brain injury advisory council, early childhood council, unemployment insurance advisory council, commission on the status of women, health information technology advisory committee, poet laureate nominating board, rural development council, America 250 commission, atmospheric resource board, and Devils Lake outlet management advisory committee; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an effective date; and to provide an expiration date.

NV AB2926

Private schools: home schools: advisory committee.

NV S2742

Modernizes all state library laws by eliminating the clearinghouse advisory committee, updating how the clearinghouse publishes its list of publications, reducing the number of physical copies and facilitating digital publication.

NV A5762

Creates certain public meeting requirements for passenger advisory committees.

NV H7475

Modernizes all state library laws by eliminating the clearinghouse advisory committee, updating how the clearinghouse publishes its list of publications, reducing the number of physical copies and facilitating digital publication.

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