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HB 1405

Student bullying and abusive behavior.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dale DeVon

HB 1405 proposes new or modified Indiana school policies for identifying, reporting, and responding to student bullying and abusive behavior incidents.

Authored by Representative DeVon
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Bill Summary · HB 1405

Legislative bill overview

HB 1405 addresses student bullying and abusive behavior in Indiana schools. The bill has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Education as of January 13, 2025. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in available sources at this early stage.

Why is this important

School bullying affects student mental health, academic performance, and safety. Legislative measures on this topic shape how schools identify, document, and respond to bullying incidents. Clear policies can protect vulnerable students while defining appropriate consequences for perpetrators.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Disagreements may arise over what constitutes bullying versus normal peer conflict, and whether cyberbullying, off-campus behavior, or social exclusion are included
  • School liability and enforcement: Questions about whether schools face legal consequences for inadequate responses, and what documentation/investigation standards are required
  • Student discipline: Tension between protective measures and concerns about disproportionate discipline affecting certain student populations or creating permanent records
  • Due process: Balancing swift response to complaints with fair hearing procedures for accused students

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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