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H02812023 Regular SessionSigned into law

Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding classroom behavior management.

EDUCATION -- Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding classroom behavior management.

IntroducedIn CommitteeFloor VoteEnacted
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This bill reviews the powers and duties section of Idaho Code 33-1224 and defines corporal punishment, physical escorts, restraints, seclusion and explicitly prohibits corporal punishment to be used as a classroom punishmentmethod. Itfurtherprohibitsrestraintandseclusionasaformofdisciplineorclassroomgovernance. it clarifies that restraint and seclusion may only be deployed if a student has placed themselves, an employee, or other students and employees in imminent danger. It requires each school district and charter school board to adopt a policy that conforms to the statute and ensures a clear and transparent reporting requirement to parents or legal guardians. Staff directly assigned to students exhibiting aggressive or dangerous behaviors must be trained on the correct use of restraint and seclusion and de-escalation techniques. Finally, it directs the State Department of Education to prepare resources, guidance, and training modules to support each local education agency to adhere to the provisions of the bill.

house Chamber· Mar 9, 2023

House Third Reading

✓ Passed
45 Yea
22 Nay
3 absentPassed by 23 votes
Republican
34 yea/22 nay
Democrat
11 yea/0 nay
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house Chamber· Mar 30, 2023

House Third Reading

✓ Passed
44 Yea
25 Nay
1 absentPassed by 19 votes
Republican
33 yea/25 nay
Democrat
11 yea/0 nay
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ABSENT / NOT VOTING (1)

Reported Signed by Governor on April 3, 2023 Session Law Chapter 246 Effective: 07/01/2023