Lawmakers say they've tried to ban corporal punishment for years, but recent school fights are why some think the state needs to take a stance now against all forms of violence.
Under the new regulation passed by the board on a unanimous vote Wednesday, districts will be prohibited from using corporal punishment against students with Individual Education Program plans and who are homeless or in foster care.
A proposed administrative regulation will be up for discussion Wednesday during a Kentucky Board of Education meeting.
Officer Christopher Dudley’s was arrested on assault 4th charges and later pleaded guilty to two counts of disorderly conduct in 2018. The convictions were set aside later that year after Dudley agreed to follow several conditions.
State Reps. Jason Nemes and Steve Riley are cosponsoring the bill, which bans the "deliberate infliction of pain" on students.