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AZ HB2743

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/8/2019

Primary Sponsor

Reginald Bolding

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-fourth Legislature - First Regular Session (2019)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits suspension or expulsion of students in preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1-2, except when required by federal law or when there is an imminent threat of serious harm to others that cannot be mitigated.

  • Allows suspension of up to 5 school days only if school administration consults with a school psychologist or mental health professional and determines an imminent threat exists.

  • Requires schools to provide intervention and support services to address behavior issues, including positive behavior intervention and support, behavior intervention plans, and referrals to appropriate services.

  • Mandates schools remedy behavioral impacts through appropriate intervention methods, including restorative practices that build community, address harm through dialogue, and emphasize individual accountability.

  • Authorizes the state board of education to adopt rules implementing these provisions.

Legislative Description

Schools; suspensions and expulsions

Schools

Last Action

Assigned to House RULES Committee

5/8/2019

Full Bill Text

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