HB2827

Modifies provisions relating to corporal punishment in schools

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2827 prohibits corporal punishment and spanking in schools.

Missouri HB2827 amends school discipline policies to prohibit corporal punishment and spanking. The bill mandates that each school district's discipline policy explicitly forbid these practices. It also requires school administrators to report acts of school violence to teachers and relevant school employees. Additionally, the bill outlines the consequences for students who bring weapons to school, including potential expulsion. The policy must be provided to students and parents at the start of each school year and made available for public inspection.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Introduced and Read First Time (H)