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MS HB1182
Bill
Status
3/21/2019
Primary Sponsor
Carolyn Crawford
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AI Summary
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Prohibits public school teachers, assistant teachers, principals, and assistant principals from using corporal punishment on students with disabilities who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or a Section 504 plan under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
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Removes immunity protections from school personnel for use of corporal punishment on students with disabilities, meaning they can be held liable for civil damages if they use such punishment.
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Defines "school personnel" to include all individuals employed on a full-time or part-time basis by a public school.
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Effective date is July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Corporal punishment; prohibit use of in public schools to discipline a student with a disability.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/21/2019