The bill would prohibit corporal punishment of students in programs that receive federal financial assistance. The ban would cover school staff, law enforcement officers, and school security guards. Students or their parents could sue for certain remedies. Schools would have to notify parents and certain agencies within 24 hours after corporal punishment. States would report on school climate and discipline practices. The bill would also allow grants for training and approaches such as positive behavioral supports. Home schools and some private schools are excluded.
If you are a student or parent at a covered school, the bill would provide a right not to be subjected to corporal punishment and allow a civil lawsuit if that right is violated. Schools would have to give written notice within 24 hours. The bill does not apply to home schools, and it excludes private schools that lack the specified federal support.
The bill authorizes Congress to provide sums necessary to carry it out, starting in fiscal year 2025. It does not specify an amount.
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