Dignity for All Students Act (Dignity Act) Frequently Asked Questions
New York State’s Dignity for All Students Act (Dignity Act) seeks to provide the State’s students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus, and/or at a school function.
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To read the legislation, please follow this link: NYS Open Legislation | NYSenate.gov
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To access Commissioner’s Regulations 100.2 (jj) and (kk), please follow this link.
These FAQs are intended to provide an overview of The Dignity for All Students Act.
The use of the term “parent” in these FAQs is intended to be inclusive of any adult who provides care for a student. This includes a biological or adoptive parent, guardian, legal custodian, or caregiver.
Specific information for your district and school should be included in your school district policies.
Last updated April 2024.