This bill proposes updates to current statutes regarding the participation of students in interscholastic activities or programs sponsored by school districts. Under the new provisions, a school district governing board would be required to prohibit a student from participating in such activities if the student has been convicted of, admitted to, or pleaded no contest to specific criminal offenses, including aggravated assault, harassment, stalking, and various sexual exploitation offenses. Additionally, the bill mandates that if a student is charged with any of these offenses, they must be prohibited from participation until the charges are resolved.

The bill also introduces a requirement for students seeking to participate in interscholastic activities to certify their criminal history related to the specified offenses. This certification would be done on a form provided by the school district, ensuring that the governing boards have the necessary information to enforce the prohibitions effectively. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the safety and integrity of school-sponsored programs by establishing clear guidelines for student eligibility based on their criminal history.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-207, 15-342.06, 13-904, 13-2921.01, 17-340, 28-3304, 28-3306, 28-3320