Bill > HB772

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to update regulations regarding student suspension and expulsion. The key changes include clarifying that principals and teachers can temporarily suspend pupils who are eight years of age or older for disobedience or misconduct, with the requirement that such suspensions be promptly reported to school district leadership. The bill stipulates that suspensions or expulsions lasting more than ten school days require a proper hearing, and introduces a new provision that prohibits suspending or expelling children under eight years old except in cases where they pose an imminent threat of harm to others. The legislation also adds language to ensure that expulsions can still occur in accordance with existing section 1317.2 and defines "pre-kindergarten program" by referencing another section of the code. The bill is designed to provide more structured guidelines for school administrators when managing student disciplinary actions, with a particular focus on protecting very young students while maintaining school safety. The amendments will take effect 60 days after enactment.

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