The bill amends R.S. 17:1206.1(B) to enhance sick leave provisions for school employees who become disabled while assisting students. Specifically, it extends the duration of sick leave from a maximum of ninety days to one year for employees who are disabled due to physical contact with a student while providing necessary assistance. The bill also stipulates that these employees will receive continuous pay and will not have their accrued sick leave days reduced during this period.

Additionally, the bill requires that employees provide a physician's certificate to verify their disability. It clarifies that school boards have the discretion to extend the sick leave period beyond one year if they choose to do so. This legislative change aims to better support school employees who face disabilities in the line of duty while ensuring they have adequate time to recover without financial penalty.

Statutes affected:
SB213 Original: 17:1(B)
SB213 Engrossed: 17:1(B)
SB213 Enrolled: 17:1(B)
SB213 Act 315: 17:1(B)