The bill, S. 289, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate that allows local school district boards of trustees to waive the requirement for public schools to make up full days missed due to inclement weather, specifically for up to an additional seven days associated with Hurricane Helene during the 2024-2025 school year. This provision is in addition to the existing regulations outlined in Section 59-1-425 of the South Carolina Code.

Furthermore, if a school district decides to waive a make-up day under this resolution, the waiver will also apply to charter schools and home schooling programs within the district. The resolution will take effect upon approval by the Governor.