SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 5482

As of February 20, 2001

Title:  An act relating to encouraging senior citizens to volunteer in schools.

Brief Description:  Encouraging senior citizens to volunteer in schools.

Sponsors:  Senators Shin, Horn, B. Sheldon, Jacobsen, Kohl‑Welles, Sheahan, T. Sheldon, McAuliffe, Rasmussen and Oke.

Brief History:

Committee Activity:  Education:  2/21/01.

SENATE COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION

Staff:  Kelly Simpson (786‑7403)

Background:  Under current law, individuals may volunteer in public schools, subject to local school district and school policies.

Summary of Bill:  School districts must provide notice to the community, targeted to senior citizens, regarding volunteer opportunities available at schools within the district.

Appropriation:  None.

Fiscal Note:  Not requested.

Effective Date:  Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.