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This bill prohibits the use of corporal punishment in Arizona schools. It amends existing laws to: 1. Clarify the requirements and procedures for using restraint or seclusion techniques on students, including maintaining continuous observation, ending the technique when the student's behavior no longer poses an imminent danger, and reporting incidents to parents. 2. Explicitly prohibit teachers, principals, and other school staff from subjecting students to corporal punishment, defined as inflicting physical pain as a means of discipline. However, it allows the use of reasonable physical contact or other actions to maintain order, control, and safety in the school or classroom. 3. Update the student disciplinary procedures, removing provisions related to the use of corporal punishment, and maintaining the existing requirements for dealing with student suspensions, expulsions, and other disciplinary measures. The bill aims to ensure the safety and well-being of students while providing clear guidelines for school staff on appropriate disciplinary methods and the use of restraint or seclusion techniques when necessary.

Education, Justice

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/78157