S.B. 190: COMMITTEE SUMMARY - UNIFORMS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Senate Bill 190 (as introduced 2-13-97)

Date Completed: 10-13-97

CONTENT

The bill would amend the Revised School Code to specify that the State's public schools would be encouraged to adopt policies to require pupils to wear school uniforms at school and school-related functions.

Proposed MCL 380.1310 - Legislative Analyst: L. Arasim

FISCAL IMPACT

The bill would have no fiscal impact on State government. A local school district could incur additional costs if school uniforms were adopted, depending on the type of uniform. A local district could be required to supply uniforms if specific clothing were required to participate in school due to the State constitutional requirement to provide free public education. The State Board of Education has stated that: "If a specific color, style and manufacturer is required by the school district, then the district must supply the item free of charge." This is part of a general Board of Education policy statement on charging fees for clothing and food.

- Fiscal Analyst: E. Pratt

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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.