Nevada legislature advances SB 81 to restore funding for behavioral health school support
June 01, 2025 | 2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
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The Assembly Committee on Education convened on June 1, 2025, to discuss several key issues, primarily focusing on Senate Bill 81 (SB 81), which addresses the educational needs of children in long-term behavioral health treatment facilities.
The meeting began with an invitation for public testimony in support of SB 81, with a time limit set for 20 minutes. Dan Musgrove, representing UHS Delaware, highlighted the importance of maintaining educational continuity for children undergoing long-term treatment, emphasizing that many of these children face extended stays in facilities, sometimes lasting up to 90 days. He noted that since 2013, charter schools have been established within these facilities to help students keep pace with their peers. However, a recent legislative change shifted the financial responsibility from the Department of Education to individual school districts and charter schools, creating significant challenges in funding and management.
Musgrove urged the committee to revert to the previous funding structure to alleviate the burden on hospitals and ensure that children receive the educational support they need during treatment. He received support from various representatives, including Austin Daley from the University of Nevada Reno and Susan Kima from the Nevada Association of School Superintendents, both of whom expressed their backing for SB 81 and its amendments.
The committee then opened the floor for opposition testimony, but no individuals came forward to voice concerns. Similarly, there were no neutral testimonies presented. Following the lack of opposition or neutral comments, the committee proceeded to a work session on SB 81. Assembly member Lou Rohat moved to amend and pass the bill, which was seconded by Assembly member Dalia. The motion passed unanimously, and Assembly member DeLong was assigned to present the floor statement.
The meeting concluded with an invitation for public comment, but no additional comments were received from attendees in Carson City or Las Vegas. Overall, the committee's discussions underscored a strong consensus on the importance of supporting educational services for children in behavioral health treatment, with SB 81 poised to address these critical needs effectively.
The meeting began with an invitation for public testimony in support of SB 81, with a time limit set for 20 minutes. Dan Musgrove, representing UHS Delaware, highlighted the importance of maintaining educational continuity for children undergoing long-term treatment, emphasizing that many of these children face extended stays in facilities, sometimes lasting up to 90 days. He noted that since 2013, charter schools have been established within these facilities to help students keep pace with their peers. However, a recent legislative change shifted the financial responsibility from the Department of Education to individual school districts and charter schools, creating significant challenges in funding and management.
Musgrove urged the committee to revert to the previous funding structure to alleviate the burden on hospitals and ensure that children receive the educational support they need during treatment. He received support from various representatives, including Austin Daley from the University of Nevada Reno and Susan Kima from the Nevada Association of School Superintendents, both of whom expressed their backing for SB 81 and its amendments.
The committee then opened the floor for opposition testimony, but no individuals came forward to voice concerns. Similarly, there were no neutral testimonies presented. Following the lack of opposition or neutral comments, the committee proceeded to a work session on SB 81. Assembly member Lou Rohat moved to amend and pass the bill, which was seconded by Assembly member Dalia. The motion passed unanimously, and Assembly member DeLong was assigned to present the floor statement.
The meeting concluded with an invitation for public comment, but no additional comments were received from attendees in Carson City or Las Vegas. Overall, the committee's discussions underscored a strong consensus on the importance of supporting educational services for children in behavioral health treatment, with SB 81 poised to address these critical needs effectively.
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