Bill
H 731
Overview: H 731, "An Act requiring accountability for inequities in suspension and expulsion or RAISE Act", was reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Ways and M
Overview: H 731, "An Act requiring accountability for inequities in suspension and expulsion or RAISE Act", was reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Ways and Means committee. The bill aims to address disproportionate disciplinary practices in schools.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this legislation is to promote equity and accountability in student discipline by requiring schools to collect and report data on suspension and expulsion rates, with a focus on identifying and addressing disparities based on race, ethnicity, disability status, and other factors.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates the collection and public reporting of student discipline data, disaggregated by demographic characteristics
- Requires schools to develop and implement plans to address identified disparities in suspension and expulsion rates
- Establishes an oversight and enforcement mechanism to ensure compliance with the new data reporting and equity requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact all K-12 public schools and districts, as well as students and their families. It aims to promote more equitable and fair disciplinary practices, particularly for marginalized student populations who have historically faced disproportionate punishment.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been reported favorably by the committee and referred to the House Ways and Means committee for further consideration. The legislative process will continue, with potential amendments and additional committee reviews before a final vote in the House.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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