HB 1218 -- Bullying in Public Schools

Sponsor:  Kraus

This bill requires school districts to develop a policy by
September 1, 2007, to prevent harassment, intimidation, and
bullying on school property, school buses, and at school
functions.  The policy must cover, among other issues, the
consequences and remedial action for bullying, procedures for
reporting and investigating it, and the notification of parents
of students involved in the incident.  The bill prohibits
retaliation and requires the reporting of incidents for which
employees, students, and volunteers will be exempt from liability
under certain conditions.  The Department of Elementary and
Secondary Education will develop a model policy by December 1,
2006.

Missouri House of Representatives
93rd General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated November 29, 2006 at 9:42 am