Missouri 2022 Regular Session

Missouri House Bill HB1857

Introduced
1/5/22  

Caption

Requires the state board of education to establish a policy allowing for broadcasting high school sports events

Impact

The implementation of HB1857 could significantly impact state laws related to educational policies, particularly in how high school sports are marketed and presented to the public. By formalizing broadcasting for these events, schools might see increased attendance at games and greater financial support from local businesses and stakeholders. Moreover, it may lead to a shift in how schools allocate resources toward sports programs, allowing for improved facilities and equipment as broadcasting revenues potentially increase.

Summary

House Bill 1857 mandates the state board of education to adopt a policy that permits the broadcasting of high school sports events. This bill aims to enhance visibility and support for high school athletic programs by leveraging broadcasting as a means of promoting school events to the wider community. Proponents argue that this initiative will foster greater community engagement and encourage local support for students participating in such events.

Contention

While supporters view HB1857 as a positive step toward enhancing school spirit and community involvement, some stakeholders may raise concerns about the implications of broadcasting. Questions could arise regarding the equitable access to broadcasting resources, potential costs associated with production, and the prioritization of sports over academics in school programming. Furthermore, there may be debates over the roles of private companies in broadcasting school events and how this aligns with the overarching mission of public education.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MO HB442

Education, public K-12 schools, school sports, requires public K-12 schools and local boards of education to accept certain forms of payments for admission to school sporting events

MO SB844

Redesignating Educational Broadcasting Authority as Educational Broadcasting Commission

MO SB641

Higher education; allowing the State Regents for Higher Education to establish distance education tuition. Effective date. Emergency.

MO SB01171

An Act Establishing A Higher Education Technology Transfer Policy Board.

MO HB595

Establishes requirements for American history courses for high schools

MO HB1740

Establishes requirements for American history courses for high schools

MO SB21

Schools; requiring rather than allowing boards of education to adopt policies regarding suicide awareness training. Effective date. Emergency.

MO A1857

Requires boards of education to adopt policies to make schools asthma-friendly.

MO S1719

Requires boards of education to adopt policies to make schools asthma-friendly.

MO A06547

Requires school districts, boards of cooperative educational services, charter schools and nonpublic schools to establish cellphone policies and procedures; requires the establishment of a committee to develop such policies and procedures; requires such policies and procedures to be individually tailored to specific school environments.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.