HB 894 — Private Elementary And Secondary Schools; Policies Relating To Bullying And Cyberbullying, Etc.
HB 894 requires private elementary and secondary schools in Virginia to adopt policies addressing bullying and cyberbullying. The legislation aims to protect students from harmful online and in-person behaviors, focusing on child safety. It mandates that schools implement preventive measures and response protocols to address incidents of bullying and cyberbullying.
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