This bill proposes updates to current statutes regarding school behavior policies, specifically focusing on definitions related to bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation. Under the new law, each school district governing board would be required to adopt specific definitions for these terms. The definition of "bullying" would encompass both significant single acts and patterns of behavior that exploit power imbalances and can occur through various means, including electronic communication. Additionally, the bill mandates that the definitions of "cyberbullying," "harassment," and "intimidation" align with existing legal classifications.

The bill also makes several technical changes to the current law, including the removal of outdated language and the insertion of new definitions that clarify the scope and impact of bullying and related behaviors in educational settings. These updates aim to enhance the effectiveness of school policies in addressing and preventing harassment and bullying, thereby fostering a safer educational environment for students. The act may be cited as "Andrew's Law."

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-121
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-341
House Engrossed Version: 15-341