Massachusetts H4400 aims to reduce exclusionary discipline for student dress and grooming rule violations.

Massachusetts H4400 seeks to reduce exclusionary discipline for violations of student dress and grooming rules. The bill prohibits schools from suspending or expelling students solely for such violations. It mandates that dress and grooming rules must not discriminate based on sex, gender identity, race, or other protected characteristics. Additionally, it restricts school employees from enforcing these rules through direct physical contact or requiring students to undress in front of others. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage.

Massachusetts H4400 aims to reduce exclusionary discipline for student dress and grooming rule violations.

Massachusetts H4400 seeks to reduce exclusionary discipline for violations of student dress and grooming rules. The bill prohibits schools from suspending or expelling students solely for such violations. It mandates that dress and grooming rules must not discriminate based on sex, gender identity, race, or other protected characteristics. Additionally, it restricts school employees from enforcing these rules through direct physical contact or requiring students to undress in front of others. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage.