The Senate passed Senate Bill 242 today and sent it to the House for approval. It would allow drivers who complete a defensive driving class, do not have any outstanding violations above 12 points or have not taken the course within the last two years to deduct three points from their license.
One bill on second reading on the senate Calender was advanced to third reading. In addition, two bills on first reading were advanced to second reading.
The Senate also introduced 19 bills and three joint resolutions proposing changes to the state constitution. Bills introduced include Senate Bill 642, which would allow for the transfer of assets from the Teachers’ Defined Contribution Retirement System to the State Teachers Retirement System.
The following committees will meet today:
Finance – 3:00 p.m. – 451M
Judiciary – 3:00 p.m. – 208W
The following committees will meet tomorrow:
Economic Development – 9:00 a.m. – 451M
Transportation – 10:00 a.m. – 451M
Education – 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. – 451M
The Senate will reconvene at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow Tuesday, February 11.
