Bill Amendment: VA HB224 | 2024 | Regular Session

NOTE: For additional amemendments please see the Bill Drafting List

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Bill Title: Public schools; mental health awareness training.

Status: 2024-05-17 - Governor: Vetoed by Governor [HB224 Detail]

Download: Virginia-2024-HB224-Senate_amendments_engrossed.html

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(HB224)

AMENDMENT(S) PROPOSED BY THE SENATE

EDUCATION AND HEALTH

1. Line 15, engrossed, after disorders

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in accordance with evidence-based best practices developed by the American Psychological Association

EDUCATION AND HEALTH

2. Line 18, engrossed, after LGBTQ+.

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The provisions of this section or any policy adopted in accordance with the provisions of this section shall not be construed to permit biased or discriminatory treatment of any youth population deemed to be at a high risk of experiencing mental health challenges and disorders.