HB 2351 Summary

• Creates the "Common Sense Zero Tolerance Act" prohibiting school districts from punishing students for eight specific actions, including brandishing food resembling a weapon, possessing small toy weapons, or making weapon-like gestures.

• Protects students from suspension or other punishment for wearing clothing supporting Second Amendment rights or drawing pictures of firearms and military vehicles, unless uniform policies apply.

• Prevents discipline for vocalizing imaginary firearms, using fingers to simulate weapons, or using pencils and writing utensils to simulate weapons.

• Takes effect July 1, 2014, with an emergency declaration for immediate implementation.