Utah HB0299 clarifies LEA policies on student conduct, including responses to serious offenses and electronic cigarette use.

Utah HB0299 amends local education agencies' policies to clarify procedures for handling serious offenses and electronic cigarette use by students. The bill requires local school boards to establish policies on detaining students after disruptions and responding to students arrested, charged, or adjudicated for serious offenses or sexual crimes. It mandates policies prohibiting students from possessing or using electronic cigarette products on school property and outlines procedures for confiscation and disposal of such products.

Utah HB0299 clarifies LEA policies on student conduct, including responses to serious offenses and electronic cigarette use.

Utah HB0299 amends local education agencies' policies to clarify procedures for handling serious offenses and electronic cigarette use by students. The bill requires local school boards to establish policies on detaining students after disruptions and responding to students arrested, charged, or adjudicated for serious offenses or sexual crimes. It mandates policies prohibiting students from possessing or using electronic cigarette products on school property and outlines procedures for confiscation and disposal of such products.