The House convened today to pass eight bills, three of which completed legislative action.
House Bill 4402 was one of three bills to complete legislative action. Under this bill, those between 18 and 20 facing their first offense for underage drinking may be placed on probation. Upon completion of probation, charges may be dismissed and the person’s record may be expunged after a hearing.
Senate Bill 322 completed as well, which would require all state employees, employees of state institutions of higher education and the Higher Eduation Policy Commission receive pay at least twice per month. Senate Bill 408 would remove the three month good conduct condition as a prerequisite for parole and require the Parole Board to consider parole for an eligible regarldess of where they are confined.
Senate Bill 209 was amended and passed, which would permit special needs students to participate in graduation ceremonies. Senate Bill 457 would require that inmates in a regional jail have access to the same classes and programs that are offered in Division of Corrections facilities.
There were 12 bills on second reading, including Senate Bill 397, expanding the scope of activities considered financial exploitation of the elderly, and Senate Bill 602, requiring health care providers to wear identification badges. There were 31 bills on first reading.
A citation recognizing the American Red Cross was presented.
The following committees will meet today:
- House Finance at 2 p.m. in 460M
- House Judiciary at 2 p.m. in 410M
- House Education at 3 p.m. in 434M
The House is in recess until 5:30 p.m. today.
