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Gov. Jim Pillen signed a bill into law that would allow schools to suspend Pre-K through second graders, “who exhibit violent behavior and protect the students’ right to be heard by the administration.”“We’re investing in Nebraska’s kids while ensuring classrooms are safe and great learning environments,” said Pillen.PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Nebraska Legislature advances bill that gives schools more leeway to suspend Pre-K to 2nd gradersThe new law doesn’t fully repeal an existing law that was passed in 2023, which said schools could suspend Pre-K to 2nd-grade students if they bring a weapon to school or a school vehicle.“Today, I signed LB653 into law and I’m grateful for the legislature’s work – especially Sen. Murman for carrying this legislation on my behalf – to get this to my desk to provide teachers and school administrators the tools they need to discipline and assist young students who engage in violent behavior in the classroom,” Pillen said.The bill was one of the governor’s pieces of legislation he highlighted during his State of the State Address.Make sure you can always see the latest news, weather, sports and more from KETV NewsWatch 7 on Google search.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
Gov. Jim Pillen signed a bill into law that would allow schools to suspend Pre-K through second graders, “who exhibit violent behavior and protect the students’ right to be heard by the administration.”
“We’re investing in Nebraska’s kids while ensuring classrooms are safe and great learning environments,” said Pillen.
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PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Nebraska Legislature advances bill that gives schools more leeway to suspend Pre-K to 2nd graders
The new law doesn’t fully repeal an existing law that was passed in 2023, which said schools could suspend Pre-K to 2nd-grade students if they bring a weapon to school or a school vehicle.
“Today, I signed LB653 into law and I’m grateful for the legislature’s work – especially Sen. Murman for carrying this legislation on my behalf – to get this to my desk to provide teachers and school administrators the tools they need to discipline and assist young students who engage in violent behavior in the classroom,” Pillen said.
The bill was one of the governor’s pieces of legislation he highlighted during his State of the State Address.
Make sure you can always see the latest news, weather, sports and more from KETV NewsWatch 7 on Google search.
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