RI H7114

Students who commit bullying based on religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or ethnicity may be required to perform up to 10 hours of directed community service as a restorative justice measure

Community service must be tailored to the specific bullying action (e.g., a student who bullied someone for their Jewish faith could serve at a Holocaust museum)

Juvenile hearing boards, school administrations, or a combination of both may impose the community service requirement, and it is not considered a criminal penalty

All imposed community service must be completed within 3 months of the date of imposition

Takes effect upon passage and amends Chapter 16-21 of Rhode Island General Laws (Health and Safety of Pupils)