AZ SB1534

Prohibits teachers, principals, and school employees from subjecting pupils to corporal punishment, defined as inflicting physical pain as a means of discipline.

Clarifies that corporal punishment does not include incidental, minor, or reasonable physical contact used to maintain order, control, and safety in school settings.

Allows restraint and seclusion techniques only when a pupil's behavior presents imminent danger of bodily harm and less restrictive interventions are insufficient, with requirements for continuous monitoring, trained personnel, and documentation.

Removes the provision allowing school governing boards to establish procedures for using corporal punishment, replacing it with procedures for reasonable use of physical force in self-defense or defense of others and property.

Requires schools to report restraint and seclusion incidents to parents same-day or within 24 hours, provide written documentation, and review strategies if techniques are repeatedly used on the same pupil.