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MS HB1452

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2020

Primary Sponsor

Rickey Thompson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires automatic due process hearings for all disciplinary matters where a principal recommends suspension, alternative school placement, or expulsion.

  • Due process hearing must occur on the next business day immediately following the offense.

  • Students remain in regular school attendance until the superintendent makes a determination and, if appealed, until the school board issues a final ruling.

  • Changes the standard of proof in all disciplinary proceedings from "substantial evidence" to "clear and convincing evidence."

  • Effective date is July 1, 2020.

Legislative Description

Due process hearing; grant automatically for students subject to suspension or expulsion for disciplinary matters in school.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2020

Committee Referrals

Education2/17/2020

Full Bill Text

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