COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES: Provides for mental health days for faculty, staff, and students in public education institutions. (8/1/25) (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

SB 215 would allow students, faculty, staff, and college/university personnel in Louisiana public education institutions to take up to two mental health days per semester without losing pay or requiring a doctor's note. Students need parental notification 24 hours in advance (or same-day for emergencies), while staff and faculty must notify supervisors 24 hours prior (or same-day for emergencies). The bill defines "mental health days" as time off for stress, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion - not requiring traditional medical proof - and prohibits using them during exams or deadlines without documented emergencies. All missed work must be completed before the semester ends, and these days cannot be carried over between semesters.