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HB 344

STUDENT/DISCIPLINE: Provides for the transfer of school disciplinary records (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Berault

Louisiana law now mandates transfer of student disciplinary records between schools to ensure receiving institutions have behavioral history for safety and support decisions.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 181.
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Bill Summary · HB 344

Legislative bill overview

HB 344 establishes a mechanism for transferring student disciplinary records between schools in Louisiana. The bill creates procedures for how discipline documentation follows students when they change schools, either through transfers or enrollment in different districts. This ensures receiving schools have access to relevant behavioral history from previous institutions.

Why is this important

Schools use disciplinary records to make informed decisions about student placement, support services, and safety protocols. Without transfer procedures, new schools may be unaware of significant behavioral issues or patterns, potentially affecting campus safety and preventing appropriate interventions. Conversely, students deserve clarity on what information follows them and how it's used in new educational settings.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy vs. transparency: Parents and students may worry about outdated or subjective disciplinary records unfairly prejudicing new schools against the student, while schools argue they need full history for safety
  • Record accuracy and context: Disciplinary records may lack context or reflect systemic bias; receiving schools might over-weight historical infractions rather than allowing fresh starts
  • Disproportionate impact: Students from marginalized communities—who experience higher discipline rates—may face compounded disadvantages if problematic records transfer between schools

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

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