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This bill modifies Utah's laws regarding student reintegration after a serious offense, primarily focusing on the process schools must follow when a student has been arrested, charged, or adjudicated for a serious crime. The bill introduces a new definition of "forcible felony" and requires schools to develop a comprehensive reintegration plan within five school days of receiving notification about a student's offense. This plan must include behavioral interventions, mental health services, academic support, and potentially notify victims if the offense was directed at a specific person. Importantly, the bill allows school districts to deny readmission until the reintegration plan is complete and provides additional discretion to not reintegrate a student who has committed a forcible felony, with the requirement that alternative education options must be provided in such cases. The bill also expands the role of school safety and security directors, clarifying their responsibilities in coordinating security responses and maintaining communication with law enforcement, while explicitly stating they do not have law enforcement powers. The changes aim to balance student rehabilitation with school safety, ensuring a structured approach to managing students who have been involved in serious criminal offenses. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.

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