Loading chat...
MS SB2142
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires school districts that practice corporal punishment to adopt an opt-in policy where parents or guardians must actively choose to include their student in the corporal punishment program
- Mandates school districts provide written notice to parents each school year explaining the corporal punishment policy and informing them of their right to opt their student in
- Parental requests to include a student in corporal punishment must be made in writing, remain effective for the school year, and can be withdrawn at any time
- Prohibits school personnel from using corporal punishment on any student whose parent has not submitted written consent, with no immunity from liability for violations
- Maintains existing prohibition on corporal punishment for students with disabilities (those with IEP or Section 504 plans), which takes precedence over the opt-in provision
Legislative Description
School boards; require policy that allows for corporal punishment opt in of students annually.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021
Committee Referrals
Education1/8/2021
Full Bill Text
No bill text available