Restraint and Seclusion Information
The Oregon legislature passed several significant bills related to restraint and seclusion, including Senate Bills (SB) 283, 577, 790, and 1024. These measures, enacted in the 2023 legislative session, are being implemented in public education programs across the state.
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SB 283 - Established the Safe School Culture Grant program to develop a network of instructors who are certified in nonviolent crisis intervention methods to ensure that, for every 50 students in a school district or an education service district (ESD), at least one staff person of the district or ESD is certified.
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SB 577 - - Modified the language in ORS 339.250 to further clarify the circumstances under which the use of force on a minor child or student is justifiable and not criminal. This bill further prohibits corporal punishment in schools and by parents.
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SB 790 - Modified the definition of “abuse” for purposes of child abuse to include violations around the use of restraint and seclusion on students.
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SB 1024 - Modified provisions regarding retention of records of incidents involving the use of restraints or seclusion of children in care and students in public education programs.
As school districts and programs continue to implement these laws, we are committed to providing ongoing guidance and resources. Below, you'll find links to information and materials on preventing restraint and seclusion in Oregon's public education programs.
Information on the Restraint and Seclusion Incidents and Seclusion Rooms data collections.
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Lisa Joy Bateman