By Arizona Capitol Times
Key Points
- The House approved SB1269 on a 31-29 vote
- The measure would allow chaplains in public schools
- Lawmakers believe it addresses counselor shortages, secularism
Saying that children need more God, the state House has approved allowing chaplains in public school classrooms.
Senate Bill 1269 would allow — but not require — school boards to invite chaplains from various religions into schools to provide “support, services or programs” to students.
Parents would be involved, and a list of available chaplains would be provided. Proponents say the plan is crafted to prohibit participants from proselytizing.
