A study of laws looked at by the US Department of Education
revealed that only race is more focused on than physical/mental challenge
regarding bullying. However, just 16
states have bullying laws enacted for people with physical/mental
challenges. These results were
highlighted cross country.
Reports indicate that people with physical/mental challenges
are bullied more than able-bodied people.
Presently, there are no laws centering on bullying for people with
physical/mental challenges federally.
Discrimination is covered under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
“Every state should have effective bullying prevention
efforts in place to protect children inside and outside of school,” said U.S.
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. “This report reveals that while most states
have enacted legislation around this important issue, a great deal of work
remains to ensure adults are doing everything possible to keep our kids safe.”
46 states presently have laws enacted to keep all children
safe in class. There has been much
discussion and advocacy involving bullying laws after several students have
committed suicide because of the act. In 2010, 21 laws were enacted or changed
regarding bullying.
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