This bill mandates that school districts suspend, without pay, any school employee accused of criminal offenses or unbecoming conduct involving children, pending the outcome of the charges. The suspension applies to both tenured and nontenured employees, and the basis for the suspension must be communicated in writing to the employee, who has 14 days to contest the charge. If the charge is dismissed, the employee will be reinstated with full pay from the suspension's start date. Conversely, if the employee is convicted, they will be ineligible for continued employment with the current board and for employment with any other board of education in the state. Notably, these suspensions will not be subject to grievance or appeal procedures.

Additionally, the bill requires school boards to report any suspensions and their outcomes to the Commissioner of Education annually. The Commissioner has the authority to withhold state aid from districts that do not comply with these reporting requirements. Furthermore, the Commissioner is tasked with providing an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature detailing the number of suspensions and any state aid withheld. This legislation aims to ensure accountability and protect children in educational settings.