The presumption of compensability for correctional officers.
Impact
This bill is expected to revise certain aspects of state laws related to educational funding, particularly in how resources are distributed to local school districts. By emphasizing mental health services, HB1060 not only aims to create a more supportive atmosphere in schools but also seeks to address broader issues of child welfare. This revision is positioned as a response to the rising number of mental health crises among students, an issue that has grown notably in recent years due to various factors, including societal pressures and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Summary
House Bill 1060 focuses on enhancing the resources and support systems available for children in public education, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds. The bill proposes to allocate additional funding specifically aimed at mental health services in schools, which proponents believe is vital for addressing the increasing concerns surrounding student well-being. Stakeholders argue that such support can lead to a more conducive learning environment, where students' social and emotional needs are met alongside their academic ones.
Contention
While the overarching aim of HB1060 is largely viewed as positive, there are notable points of contention among lawmakers and stakeholders. Some critics argue that the bill might lead to an inequitable distribution of resources if not carefully monitored; they express concerns that solely focusing on mental health may detract from other important educational needs, such as academic tutoring or physical education. Furthermore, questions have arisen regarding the effectiveness of such funding in achieving its intended outcomes, with some legislators advocating for a more comprehensive approach to education reform.
Documentation required for firefighters and law enforcement officers and the presumption of compensability for firefighters and law enforcement officers; to provide for retroactive application; and to declare an emergency.
Preventive treatment, requests for reconsideration of claim decisions issued by the organization, providing employer account information, calculation of an employer's premium and creating a presumption of accuracy, an employer conducting business with a known uninsured employer, requests for reconsideration of employer decisions issued by the organization, and privacy of records; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide for application.
An information fund and continuing appropriation to pay publication and statistical processing expenses, organization claim file destruction, penalty for violation of a safety rule or regulation, and the retrospective rating program.
A transfer of Bank of North Dakota profits to a water infrastructure revolving loan fund; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide a report; to provide a penalty; to provide for application; to provide a retroactive effective date; to provide a contingent effective date; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.
The autism voucher; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a report; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.
The state leave sharing program, capitol grounds rent collections, and the law enforcement retirement program; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide a report; to provide for a retroactive application; and to provide an effective date.
The use of restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms in a dormitory or living facility controlled by the state board of higher education, a correctional facility, the North Dakota youth correctional center, and the penitentiary exclusively for males and females.