The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding the expulsion of pupils in Arizona schools. Under the new provisions, a pupil who brings a deadly weapon to school would be mandated to be expelled for at least one year, aligning with existing requirements for firearms. The definition of "deadly weapon" would be clarified to match the existing legal definition in section 13-105. Additionally, if a pupil withdraws from school after being notified of potential disciplinary action, the governing board would be required to record the results of that action in the pupil's permanent file, rather than having the option to do so.

Furthermore, the bill would require public schools to disclose to other Arizona educational institutions whether a pupil applying for admission has been expelled, in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This change aims to enhance transparency regarding a pupil's disciplinary history while maintaining privacy protections. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the disciplinary framework within schools and ensure that critical information about expulsions is communicated effectively among educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-843
House Engrossed Version: 15-841, 15-843, 13-105, 15-802, 13-2911