Anti-bullying bill moves
From our friends at the Associated Press:
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - A bill that defines a statewide policy against bullying in North Carolina schools passed a House committee Thursday after members rejected an attempt to soften language about potential victims - particularly gay and lesbian students.The Education Committee debated Tuesday and Thursday over whether the bill should contain a list of types of students that teachers should keep an eye on, because sexual orientation and gender identity were among the characteristics.
"Anyone who's been a parent or even a supervisor knows that, in order to change undesirable behavior, you really have to have a clear understanding of what the expectations are," said Rep. Verla Insko, D-Orange, one of the measure's supporters.
The panel ultimately voted 30-16 against amending the bill and approved it on a voice vote Thursday.
Matt says this is a good thing.
From a tactical perspective, the Ed Committee was just a warm up. The House floor is far more perilous space for this bill.
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