Zero Tolerance Discipline Bill becomes Law

Jones’ press conference to follow

ATLANTA (May 24, 2010) – A bill to curb the abuse of zero tolerance discipline policies in Georgia schools will be signed into law by Governor Sonny Perdue on Tuesday, May 25.  The bill’s author, Sen. Emanuel Jones (D-Decatur), will host a press conference in the State Capitol at 2:30 p.m. following the bill signing.  Senate Bill 299 has received support from teachers, parents, juvenile court judges and education associations across Georgia, many of whom will be available for questions. 

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