Protecting our Students in Schools Act of 2020 This bill prohibits the use of corporal punishment in schools that receive federal funding. It also establishes enforcement provisions, including a private right of action for a student who has been subjected to corporal punishment, and creates a grant program for state educational agencies to implement positive behavioral interventions and supports to address student behavior and reduce exclusionary and aversive discipline practices.
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Protecting our Students in Schools Act of 2020
USA116th CongressS-4936| Senate
| Updated: 12/1/2020
Protecting our Students in Schools Act of 2020 This bill prohibits the use of corporal punishment in schools that receive federal funding. It also establishes enforcement provisions, including a private right of action for a student who has been subjected to corporal punishment, and creates a grant program for state educational agencies to implement positive behavioral interventions and supports to address student behavior and reduce exclusionary and aversive discipline practices.
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresChild healthChild safety and welfareCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightDepartment of EducationEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationEmployment and training programsGovernment information and archivesLaw enforcement officersSchool administrationState and local government operationsTeaching, teachers, curricula