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PA HB830
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer O'Mara
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AI Summary
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Requires school entities to notify parents and legal guardians of children involved in bullying or cyberbullying incidents within 5 days of the incident
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Adds a formal definition of "cyberbullying" to Pennsylvania's Public School Code, covering bullying acts committed during school hours using computers, computer systems, computer networks, or cellular/wireless devices
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Parent notifications must comply with federal FERPA privacy requirements (20 U.S.C. § 1232g and 34 CFR Pt. 99)
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In student supports, further providing for policy relating to bullying.
Last Action
Referred to Education
3/10/2025
Committee Referrals
Education3/10/2025
Full Bill Text
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