Education (School Safety)

passed · Louisiana · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 333: STUDENT/DISCIPLINE: Requests public school governing authorities and employees to comply with and enforce the bullying laws of the state of Louisiana

This resolution urges public school officials and employees in Louisiana to follow existing state laws against bullying. It does not create new rules but asks schools to enforce current requirements that mandate anti-bullying policies, reporting procedures, and staff training. The document directs copies of this request to local school superintendents and charter school authorities. By emphasizing compliance with current statutes, the bill aims to ensure consistent enforcement of student safety measures already established by the legislature.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enforces existing anti-bullying laws to protect student safety and ensure consistent enforcement of safety policies in schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice School Safety

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signed · Louisiana · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 488: SCHOOLS: Creates the School Safety Drone Response Pilot Program to supplement school crisis management and response plans. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

SB 488 establishes a pilot program to use drones as part of school safety and crisis response plans. The bill directly affects school districts by allowing them to incorporate drone technology into their existing emergency management strategies. It requires the state to fund this pilot program to test how drones can assist during school emergencies. The legislation amends the title to refer to 'Education' instead of 'Schools' to broaden the scope of the program.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds a pilot program to enhance school safety and crisis response, strengthening the educational environment and infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds and expands the use of drone technology in schools for safety, directly advancing the application of technology in education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Emerging Technology

passed both · Louisiana · House May 28, 2026

HCR 97: CURRICULA: Requests that the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, in consultation with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, study the feasibility of incorporating age- and grade-appropriate hunting education, conservation education, and shooting sports courses into curricula for public school students in grades five through twelve

This concurrent resolution asks the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to study whether it is possible to add hunting, conservation, and shooting sports classes to public school curricula for students in grades five through twelve. The study, which must be completed by March 1, 2027, will explore how these courses could fit into existing physical education programs or be offered as electives, covering topics like firearm safety, wildlife identification, and outdoor survival skills. The bill also considers whether completing such a course could lead to official Hunter Education Certification for students. Ultimately, the resolution directs the state education board and the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to investigate this idea and report their findings to the state legislature.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes adding new educational courses on hunting and conservation to public school curricula, expanding student programs and educational access.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes conservation education and hunting to foster appreciation for wildlife and natural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Conservation Wildlife

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SCR 62: ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Urges DOTD to evaluate all school zones on state highways.

This concurrent resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to review safety conditions in school zones located on state highways. The bill specifically requests an evaluation of barriers that prevent the implementation of improved safety measures and lower speed limits in these areas. It was introduced following a fatal accident involving a crossing guard, highlighting concerns about speeding vehicles and unsafe driving near schools. The measure does not mandate any immediate changes but serves as a formal request for the state agency to investigate and address potential hazards.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to improve school zone safety, protecting students and staff from accidents, which aligns with protecting educational access and infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges DOTD to evaluate school zone safety and barriers to lower speed limits, directly enhancing transportation safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 1022: HEALTH/SCHOOL CLINICS: Provides relative to health services provided to students (OR INCREASE LF EX See Note)

This bill requires Louisiana public schools to allow behavioral health and primary care providers to deliver medically necessary services to students during school hours if a parent or guardian requests them. It mandates that school districts create policies permitting these services without creating barriers, while clarifying that schools are not required to establish or fund such clinics. Key provisions include insurance requirements for providers, criminal background checks for staff, and rules ensuring parents can choose their own providers without school interference. The legislation also establishes that these services do not count as special education evaluations and outlines procedures for scheduling care around academic activities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to health services for students in K-12 schools, supporting student well-being and educational access without requiring school funding.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands student access to behavioral health and primary care services in schools, removing barriers to medically necessary care while clarifying funding responsibilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Special Education Student Health Mental Health Primary Care

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signed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SB 450: SCHOOLS: Requires mandatory reporting of school threats and provides for physical security school assessments for K-12 schools. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

This bill requires all K-12 school employees in Louisiana to immediately report any threats of violence or terrorism to local law enforcement and, if applicable, to the school administrator. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies forward these threat reports to the state's Louisiana Fusion Center within seven days, while protecting the privacy of students and individuals who made the reports. Additionally, the bill establishes a program where the Fusion Center will conduct free physical security assessments of public schools every three years starting in 2027, with optional assessments available for charter and nonpublic schools. The assessments will identify safety vulnerabilities and provide nonbinding recommendations for improvements, but schools are not required to implement these suggestions and will be protected from liability regardless of their decisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens public safety by requiring threat reporting to law enforcement and establishing security assessments, enhancing criminal justice prevention measures.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances school safety through mandatory threat reporting and physical security assessments, protecting students and educators from violence.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement K-12 Education School Safety

in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 23, 2026

HCR 29: STUDENT/DISCIPLINE: Urges and requests public school governing authorities and employees to comply with and enforce the bullying laws of the state of Louisiana

This bill is a concurrent resolution that urges Louisiana public school authorities and employees to comply with existing state bullying laws. It directly affects school administrators, teachers, staff, and volunteers by reminding them of their legal responsibilities to prevent and address bullying. The resolution does not create new laws but asks schools to follow current requirements that mandate anti-bullying policies, reporting procedures, and disciplinary measures. It requests that the state superintendent distribute copies of the resolution to local school systems to reinforce these obligations. The bill is non-binding and serves as a reminder of existing legal duties rather than establishing new policy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes safe learning environment by enforcing anti-bullying laws, protecting students and supporting educators in maintaining positive school climate75% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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signed · Louisiana · House May 29, 2026

HB 283: SCHOOLS: Provides relative to incidents of assault and battery on students and school employees (EN INCREASE LF EX See Note)

HB 283, the "Teacher's Shield Act," requires immediate suspension of students accused of assaulting or battering school employees (including teachers, substitutes, bus operators, or volunteers) on or off school property. If found guilty by a court or school hearing, students face mandatory expulsion for at least two full school semesters, with placement in an alternative school and required anger management, and cannot return to the school where the incident occurred. The bill also expands sick leave for school employees to cover medical, psychological, and rehabilitation treatment following such incidents. These changes aim to protect school staff and establish clear disciplinary consequences for student violence against employees.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects teachers by mandating expulsion for student assaults, enhancing school safety within education policy framework.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates immediate suspension for students assaulting school employees, directly enhancing workplace safety protections for teachers and staff.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Teachers

signed · Louisiana · House May 29, 2026

HB 392: SCHOOLS: Provides relative to requirements for posting suicide hotline information on school websites and student ID cards

HB 392 requires all Louisiana public and nonpublic secondary schools to post suicide prevention hotline information on their websites and print it on student ID cards. Specifically, schools must display the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number "988" (with instructions to call or text) and, if available, local and state suicide prevention hotline numbers. This bill updates existing requirements by broadening the scope to all secondary schools and standardizing the required information. The policy directly affects schools and students by ensuring immediate access to crisis resources through everyday school materials.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates suicide hotline info on school sites/IDs, enhancing student safety programs within K-12 schools per bill's requirements.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates suicide hotline access on school websites/ID cards, directly supporting mental health services by improving student access to crisis resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 98: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Adds certain school employees to the definition of "educator" relative to prohibited sexual conduct between an educator and student. (8/1/26)

SB 98 amends Louisiana law to expand the definition of "educator" to include school resource officers and security guards, in addition to existing roles like teachers and coaches. This change means the prohibition on sexual conduct between an educator and a student will now apply to these additional school staff members. The bill directly affects school security personnel and resource officers by bringing them under this legal protection, while extending coverage to students who interact with them. The amendment will take effect on August 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands legal protections for students by including school security personnel under educator misconduct prohibitions, strengthening student safety safeguards in K-12 education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Teachers