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Federal Bill HR 1381(formerly introduced in 2010 as HR 4247), the Keeping All Students Safe Act, was reintroduced in the House on April 6, 2011. The bill passed in the House in 2010, but was never voted on by the Senate. It will create standards to limit use of physical restraint and seclusion on children by establishing safety standards in schools, similar to protections already in place in hospitals and non-medical community-based facilities. Read More »

Indiana HB 1529 would require schools to include provisions regarding the use of restraint and seclusion, such as parental notification, training, and other reporting. Some staff members will be required to receive training in the use of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). If passed, this bill will come into compliance on July 1, 2011. Read More »

If passed, Florida SB 1350 will become effective on July 1, 2011. It will require physical restraint only be used in emergency, when the student poses a risk to self or others, by trained staff.  Read More »

Wyoming SF 36 is effective July 1, 2011. The bill requires the state superintendent to adopt policies and provide training in regards to the use of restraint and seclusion. School district boards must adopt these policies by December 31, 2011. Read More »

Vermont 10P037, Rule 4500 is effective on August 15, 2011, in order to allow schools to provide the necessary training for the 2011-2012 school year. It will limit the use of restraint and seclusion in schools and prohibit any restraint that restricts breathing. Restraint and seclusion can only be used by trained staff, and must be reported to school administrators and parents. Boards must adopt these policies by December 31, 2011. Read More »