North Carolina H983 prohibits corporal punishment in public schools.

North Carolina H983 bans corporal punishment in public schools. It mandates that governing bodies of public school units determine whether corporal punishment will be allowed, with specific procedures if permitted. The bill requires schools to report annually on the number of students subjected to corporal punishment, detailing demographics and reasons. It also mandates that the State Board of Education report on dropout rates and disciplinary actions, excluding expelled students. The act is effective from the 2025-2026 school year.

North Carolina H983 prohibits corporal punishment in public schools.

North Carolina H983 bans corporal punishment in public schools. It mandates that governing bodies of public school units determine whether corporal punishment will be allowed, with specific procedures if permitted. The bill requires schools to report annually on the number of students subjected to corporal punishment, detailing demographics and reasons. It also mandates that the State Board of Education report on dropout rates and disciplinary actions, excluding expelled students. The act is effective from the 2025-2026 school year.