The bill, S.B. No. 747, aims to enhance public school policies and programs regarding the production and distribution of intimate visual material by students. It amends the Education Code to allow for the removal of students from class or placement in a disciplinary alternative education program if they engage in bullying that leads to suicide, incite violence through group bullying, or release intimate visual material of a minor or consenting student without permission. Notably, the bill includes provisions addressing the creation of such material using artificial intelligence technology.

Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "cyberbullying" to include the production or distribution of videos or images depicting students in compromising situations, also created through artificial intelligence. It mandates school districts to adopt policies that specifically address incidents involving intimate visual material, emphasizing prevention, reporting, and the unique risks associated with such content. The bill also requires educational programs to inform students about the legal consequences of sharing such material and the potential negative impacts on their lives. The provisions of this act will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.0052, Education Code 37.0832, Education Code 21.16, Education Code 37.218 (Education Code 37, Education Code 21)