HB 807 - Public schools; moment of quiet reflection; provisions
Sponsored By
Committees
- HC:Judy
- SC:
Current Status
03/14/05 - House Second ReadersFirst Reader Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 21 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to a brief period of quiet reflection, so as to clarify that the daily moment of quiet reflection in public schools shall accommodate students who wish to exercise their freedom of religion to engage in silent prayer or silent meditation; to provide for legislative findings; to provide that students may reflect on an inspirational poem or reading, pray silently, or meditate silently during the moment of quiet reflection; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 03/12/2005 | House First Readers |
| 03/14/2005 | House Second Readers |