ST. PAUL, Minn. — Governor Tim Walz signed a bipartisan bill into law to guide school police in controlling disruptive students. The bill requires that model guidelines be established. Ialso funds training for school resource officers and. The bill clarifies a 2023 law that led many police departments to quit school services because physical restraints, especially prone holds, were seen vulnerable to overly broad interpretation. Said Walz: “This bill provides comprehensive guidance and clarity, allowing school resource officers to continue to do their jobs effectively. I’m grateful to legislators, school leaders, education advocates, youth voices, and law enforcement for working together to get this done and ensure we’re keeping our kids safe.”
