AZ SB1423

Adds definition of "bullying" to Arizona law as written, verbal, or physical acts or electronic communications intended to harm or likely to harm pupils by substantially interfering with education, causing emotional distress, affecting physical/mental health, or disrupting school operations.

Requires school districts and charter schools to establish comprehensive anti-bullying policies including reporting procedures, investigation processes, disciplinary actions, staff training requirements, and protections for victims.

Mandates policies address electronic harassment and bullying at school events, on school property, and on school technology systems, with procedures for evaluating and notifying parents while protecting victim safety and confidentiality.

Requires schools to maintain documentation of bullying incidents for at least six years and establish consequences for false reports, without using documentation to impose discipline unless investigation confirms the bullying occurred.

Establishes education and prevention requirements including annual training for school administrators, staff, students, and parents on identifying, responding to, and reporting incidents of harassment, intimidation, and bullying.