The bill amends Chapter 16-21 of the General Laws by introducing a new section titled "Student and Teacher Classroom Safety." It defines key terms such as "disruptive behavior," "chronically disruptive student," "removal," "return-to-classroom plan," and "immediate threat." The bill outlines the authority of teachers to remove students from the classroom under specific circumstances, including chronic disruption despite documented interventions or acts that pose an immediate threat to the safety of others.

Teachers are required to document removals and notify the principal or designee by the end of the school day. The principal or designee must review the incident within one school day and notify the student's parent or guardian within twenty-four hours. A return-to-classroom plan must be developed before the student can return to the classroom, with input from the classroom teacher. If the teacher objects to the return-to-classroom plan, a review committee will be convened to determine the student's placement.

The bill also emphasizes the responsibilities of school districts, requiring them to adopt policies consistent with the new provisions by October 1, 2026, and to report annually to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education on classroom removals and related data, disaggregated by race, gender, grade level, and disability status. Additionally, it includes protections for educators and staff acting in good faith, ensuring they are not subject to disciplinary action or retaliation for following the outlined procedures. The act is set to take effect upon passage, aiming to enhance the safety and educational environment for both students and teachers.