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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.1501 194th (Current)

An Act to update postural screenings in schools

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1501) of Julian Cyr and Michael O. Moore for legislation to update postural screenings in schools. Public Health.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Julian Cyr
Status:
Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
Special Attachments:
Committee - Senate members vote

This legislation would change the frequency of required postural screenings for middle school students, from the current requirement of annually for students in grades 5 through 9 to one screening in either grade 6, 7, 8, or 9, reducing the burden on school nurses and decreasing opportunities for embarrassment for students.
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