HB 843 -- Bullying in Schools

Sponsor:  Lampe

This bill defines "bullying" and prohibits school employees,
volunteers, or students from bullying a student while on school
property, at school functions, or on a school bus.  School
employees or volunteers who witness an incident must report it
and are exempt from civil liability.  By August 1, 2006, each
school district must develop its policy on bullying, with
components specified in the bill.  The Department of Elementary
and Secondary Education will develop model policies by April 1,
2006.  The bill provides how the policies will be published and
incorporated into district training.  Schools must advise anyone
filing a bullying complaint that other options exist to remedy
the situation, such as injunctions and restraining orders.

Missouri House of Representatives
93rd General Assembly, 1st Regular Session
Last Updated August 25, 2005 at 1:20 pm