The Senate reconvened today at 11 a.m. and passed 14 bills on third reading.
The Senate passed Senate Bill 490, which would provide family court judges with the flexibility to deal with different kinds of domestic violence by allowing them to make orders that last for longer periods of time. The bill expands the definition of domestic violence to include stalking and cruelty or other actions to family pets.
Bills passed also included Senate Bill 128, which would add Smart 529 college savings plans to the approved investment options for settlement trust proceeds held on behalf of a minor by the parent, guardian, or next friend of the minor.
The Senate also honored Donald Spence, principal of Dingess Elementary School, for his dedication to education. Under his leadership, the students at Dingess Elementary School improved their scores on a more rigorous WESTEST, while many other schools saw their scores drop. According to the resolution, he and the teachers and students at Dingess Elementary School, “are shining examples of what can be accomplished through strong leadership, positive attitudes and the desire to be the best.”
The following committees will meet today:
Health and Human Resources- 2 p.m. 451M
Government Organization- 2 p.m. 208W
Finance- 3 p.m. 451M
Judiciary- 3 p.m. 208W
The following committees will meet tomorrow:
Finance- 9:30 a.m. 451M
Judiciary- 10 a.m. 208W
Government Organization- 1 p.m. 208W
The Senate will reconvene tomorrow at 11 a.m.
