By Representatives P. Johnson, Peery, Bowman, G. Fisher, Forner, Brumsickle, Vance, Ferguson, Tate, Sheldon Lisk and Mitchell

On page 1, after line 12, insert the following:

"NEW SECTION. Sec. 2. A new section is added to chapter 28A.600 RCW to read as follows:

(1) The superintendent of public instruction shall encourage school districts to utilize community service as an alternative to student suspension. Community service shall include the provision of volunteer services by students in social and educational organizations including, but not limited to, hospitals, fire and police stations, nursing homes, food banks, day care organizations, and state and local government offices.

(2) At a minimum, by February 1, 1993, the superintendent shall prepare and distribute information to school districts regarding existing programs, the potential benefits and considerations of using community service as an alternative to suspension, and recommended guidelines for starting new programs. The superintendent also shall address, and attempt to clarify and resolve, any potential liability, supervision, and transportation issues associated with using community service as an alternative to suspension."

SSB 5305 - H AMD

By Representative Johnson

On page 1, line 1 of the title, after "adding" strike "a new section" and insert "new sections"