Identical to S 714, filed on 3/25/25.
Contains whereas clauses.
Prohibits corporal punishment in public school units by amending GS 115C-390.4. Provides that physical restrain under GS 115C-391.1 and reasonable use of force under GS 115C-390.3 are not considered corporal punishment.
Makes corresponding changes to remove corporal punishment references in GS 115C-12(27), GS 115C-107.7, GS 115C-276(r), and GS 115C-390.2(h).
Repeals GS 6-21.4, regarding counsel fees and costs in lawsuits regarding corporal punishment against public school principals or teachers. Not applicable to civil actions arising before the effective date of the act.
Effective and applicable for the 2025-2026 school year.

Statutes affected:
Filed: 115C-390.4, 115C-12, 115C-107.7, 115C-276, 115C-390.2, 6-21.4