SB277

An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Attendance And Accommodations For Pregnant And Parenting Students.

Introduced·4/15/26
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SB277 amends Delaware Code to provide accommodations for pregnant and parenting students.

SB277 amends Title 14 of the Delaware Code to enhance accommodations for pregnant and parenting students. The bill mandates that schools excuse absences related to pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting, including health-related absences, court appearances, and childcare needs. It requires schools to provide private spaces for lactation, access to equipment for expressing milk, and reasonable academic accommodations. The bill also ensures that students do not face academic penalties for using these accommodations and prohibits discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions.

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Education Committee
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Calendar

Apr 22

2:00 PM

Education

History

Apr 15

Senate

Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in Senate