Hawaii HB271 allows schools to provide time and space for student-led group or individual prayer.
Hawaii HB271 amends the state's education statutes to allow schools to authorize faculty and staff to provide time and space for student-led group or individual prayer. This applies to schools with students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The bill ensures that no student is compelled to participate in prayer against their or their parents' wishes, and prohibits teachers or staff from admonishing, disciplining, or harassing students based on their participation or non-participation in prayer. The bill also protects teachers and staff from being disciplined for allowing prayer.
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