Jeffrey Johnston Stand Up for All Students Act
Prohibits bullying and cyberbullying of any public K-12 student or employee, requiring school districts to establish a policy and reporting system.
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Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act
Widely considered one of the strictest anti-bullying laws in the U.S., it mandates specific reporting procedures and timelines for all incidents of harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB).
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
Prohibits harassment, discrimination, and bullying (including cyberbullying) by employees or students on school property or at school functions.
Georgia O.C.G.A. § 20-2-751.7
Defines bullying in Georgia schools and mandates that local boards of education adopt policies prohibiting bullying, including acts of cyberbullying.
Matt's Safe School Law
Requires Michigan school districts to adopt a policy prohibiting bullying and cyberbullying and provides a framework for reporting and investigating such incidents.
Illinois Bullying Prevention Law
Requires schools to create and maintain policies that address bullying, specifically including cyberbullying that originates from off-campus electronic devices.