The Committee on Education proposes the following amendment (SEDU-3247.KG0001S):

Amend the bill, as and if amended, SECTION 1, by striking Section 59-1-462 and inserting:

 Section 59-1-462. Each school district shall adopt a policy that authorizes a student to be excused from school absences, not to exceed ten school days per school year, to participate in any work-based learning a Career and Technical Student Organization experience in which student participation and learning outcomes are directed by a certified teacher for assessment of competencies. Participation in such a work-based learningCareer and Technical Student Organization experience may include, but is not limited to, scheduled events of state-level Future Farmers of America (FFA) organizations, the national FFA organization, and 4-H programs as part of organized competitions or exhibitions. The student and his parent or legal guardian are responsible for obtaining and completing assignments missed while the student participates in any such work-based learningCareer and Technical Student Organization experiences.

Renumber sections to conform.

Amend title to conform.