Bill > SF557

This bill amends Minnesota education laws to strengthen parental notification requirements for adverse incidents in schools. Specifically, the bill mandates that school districts and charter schools must notify parents within 24 hours of receiving a report involving specific types of incidents, including situations where a student is the target or perpetrator of violence, harassment, or prohibited conduct, or when a school employee uses reasonable force against a student. The notification requirement applies to incidents involving student-to-student interactions, interactions with school employees, and instances of physical intervention. The bill defines "prohibited conduct" consistent with existing statutes and ensures that such notifications comply with state and federal data privacy laws. The changes aim to improve transparency and communication between schools and parents by requiring prompt reporting of significant behavioral events. The new provisions will become effective on July 1, 2025, giving school districts time to update their policies and procedures to meet the new notification requirements. The bill also maintains existing protections around student data privacy and emphasizes the importance of fair and consistent implementation of school conduct policies.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0557&ssn=0&y=2025