Proposed changes to a law on bullying in public schools is drawing criticism that it would apply a one-size-fits-all approach that could lead to more litigation involving parents, students and educators.

The proposal ( HB 121 amended ) would replace definitions of bullying and cyberbullying that are actions “motivated by an imbalance of power based on a pupil’s actual or perceived personal characteristics, behaviors or beliefs” with a broader definition of any act of harassment or retaliation and even making false claims that someone has engaged in bullying in person or online.

It would require the school respond to every founded act with “disciplinary action” of some kind that could include suspension or expulsion of the student.

The bill would also lower the standard for a parent

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