Protecting Students from Sexual Abuse: New Rules and Training
This act introduces mandatory training for school personnel and codes of conduct to protect students from sexual abuse. Its aim is to enhance child safety in schools and ensure that adults working with children are properly trained in abuse prevention and reporting. Citizens can expect a safer educational environment for their children.
Key points
Establishment of statewide policies to prevent sexual abuse in elementary and secondary schools.
Mandatory training for school personnel on recognizing and reporting abuse, and appropriate relationships with students.
Requirement for developing codes of conduct defining acceptable and unacceptable behavior for staff and students.
Funding for training and prevention activities through existing federal programs.
Reporting to Congress on the incidence of sexual abuse and prevention recommendations.
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