Bill > HB2913

This bill establishes new provisions for teachers in Missouri, specifically section 160.1075, which aims to provide legal protection when they intervene in violent incidents. A teacher, defined by section 163.011 as an individual employed by a school district or charter school to instruct students, can intervene to protect themselves or a student. This immunity from liability will apply if the teacher follows established school procedures for intervention or if they act in good faith and reasonably believe their actions are justified under chapter 563, which deals with justification for criminal offenses. Furthermore, school districts and charter schools will also be protected from liability for a teacher's actions under these circumstances, provided the teacher adheres to the bill's provisions. However, this immunity does not extend to cases of willful and wanton misconduct or gross negligence by the teacher. The bill also mandates that no school district or charter school can enact policies that would prevent a teacher from protecting themselves or a student.

Education

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2913&year=2026&code=R