ID H0140

Replaces language regarding teacher discipline authority with "managing classroom behavior" while maintaining teachers' power to adopt reasonable classroom rules not inconsistent with board of trustees policies

Prohibits use of corporal punishment, restraint, and seclusion except when a pupil's conduct creates imminent danger of serious bodily harm to themselves, employees, or others, with termination required once danger ceases

Defines key terms including chemical restraint, corporal punishment, mechanical restraint, physical escort, physical restraint, and seclusion, with exceptions for medically prescribed devices and safety restraints

Requires state department of education to prepare resources and training modules; mandates school district boards and public charter schools adopt policies addressing restraint and seclusion definitions, guidelines, reporting requirements, and periodic review practices

Requires all staff receive annual professional development training in positive behavior supports and de-escalation; staff serving students with severe behaviors must receive additional annual training in crisis management, restraints, seclusion use, and behavior assessment plans

Effective date: July 1, 2023