HB2183

Bans using seclusion to confine a student

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2183 bans using seclusion to confine a student, except in specific circumstances.

Missouri HB2183 defines seclusion as involuntary confinement of a student alone in a room or area that the student is physically prevented from leaving. The bill prohibits schools from using seclusion except in cases of imminent danger of physical harm to self or others. It mandates that schools update their policies to prohibit seclusion in any room other than a classroom or sensory room.

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Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)