This bill amends section 79-405 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to clarify the powers of school districts as corporate entities and introduces new provisions regarding "ban and bar actions." It establishes that every school district is a body corporate with the authority to manage property and legal actions, while also specifying that their ability to restrict access to school property and activities is subject to limitations outlined in the new provisions.

The bill defines "ban and bar action" as measures taken by school districts to prohibit individuals from accessing school property or activities, particularly in response to threats or to enforce court orders. It mandates the State Board of Education to develop a model policy by January 1, 2026, which must include guidelines for the appropriate use of such actions, ensuring they are limited in scope and duration, protect parental involvement, and provide due process for individuals affected. Public school districts are required to adopt this model policy or a consistent alternative by July 1, 2026. The original section 79-405 is repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 79-405