An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, further providing for health services; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for State reimbursement for health services.
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Overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Public School Code of 1949 to update requirements for school nurse staffing. Specifically, it mandates that each school building be assigned at least one school nurse, with a maximum student-to-nurse ratio of 750 students per nurse. The bill also adjusts state reimbursement rates for school districts providing health services, increasing the amount paid per student over time, and establishes a grant program to provide feminine hygiene products to students at no cost.
Key provisions
- Increases the minimum school nurse staffing requirement to one nurse per school building with a maximum of 750 students per nurse.
- Adjusts state reimbursement rates for school districts providing health services, increasing the amount paid per student annually.
- Establishes a grant program for school entities to provide feminine hygiene products to students at no cost.
Who is affected
- Students
- School Districts
- School Nurses
- Department of Health
- Department of Education
Notable changes
- Increases the state reimbursement rate for school health services over time.
- Introduces a grant program for feminine hygiene products, addressing a potential barrier to student health and attendance.
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