Bill Purpose:
Allows students at risk of dropping out to be sent to alternative schools and prevents students from being labeled as “delinquent.”
Bill Sponsor:
Carter (D)
Committee:
Education
OPEN Comments:
Moving students into alternative schools can be a part of the school-to-prison pipeline. However, OPEN supports the idea that students should not be labeled as delinquent. Because of COVID-19, we’re still following up on this bill-check back soon for more information!
Link to Digest:
legis.la.gov
Current Status:
Pending Senate Education
OPEN Position:
Watching
Committee Hearing Date:
Pending — check back soon
Who’s Involved:
Pending — check back soon
