HB5276: Preventing Sexual Abuse of K–12 Students Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to protect students from sexual abuse, and for other purposes.
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This bill would amend federal education law to add protections for kindergarten through 12th grade students against sexual abuse. It requires schools to implement prevention policies, training, and reporting procedures for suspected abuse. The bill is currently in the introduction stage, meaning it has been proposed but not yet assigned to a for review. The bill aims to establish minimum federal standards across states for protecting students from sexual misconduct by school staff and others.
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HB5276: Preventing Sexual Abuse of K–12 Students Act of 2023