HF517 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Student bullying policy requirements modified.
Related bill: SF3042
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota bill is designed to change the rules about how bullying among students is managed in public schools. It outlines that any form of bullying, whether it happens on school grounds, during school activities, or through electronic devices and online platforms provided by the school, must be addressed by the public school's anti-bullying policies. It also mentions that if electronic bullying happens off school premises but still disrupts the school environment or learning, it should be handled in the same strict manner.
Furthermore, the bill encourages nonpublic schools to share their anti-bullying policies and information about bullying incidents with the state's education authority, although this is not mandatory for them. Homeschool environments are exempt from the requirements of this bill. Public school activities, including extracurricular ones, are covered under this bullying policy, meaning any student partaking in these activities is subject to the school’s anti-bullying rules.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Policy |
| February 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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