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SB 319 - Eliminating Corporal Punishment - Key Vote

New Mexico Key Votes

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Legislation - Bill Failed (Senate) (18-18) - (Key vote)

Title: Eliminating Corporal Punishment

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that eliminates corporal punishment as a discipline policy in public schools and school districts.

Highlights:
-Specifies acceptable possible disciplinary sanctions as (Sec. 1):
    -In-school suspension; -School service; or -Suspension or expulsion.
-Authorizes individual schools within a school district to establish a school discipline policy if (Sec. 1):
    -Parents, school personnel, and students are involved in its development; -A public hearing is held in the school prior to its adoption; and -It is approved by the local school board.
See The Voting Record

Legislation - Introduced (Senate) -

Title: Eliminating Corporal Punishment

Sponsors

  • Cynthia L. Nava (NM - D) (Out Of Office)