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House advances restorative‑practices measure after extended Q&A on classroom safety and implementation
Summary
The House debated House Bill 197, a bill to enable restorative‑practices programs in public schools. Lawmakers discussed the bill's goals, evidence, and limits; the chamber adopted a favorable report as amended and ordered the bill printed for third reading.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Lawmakers on Feb. 20 spent extended floor time discussing House Bill 197, a measure to encourage restorative practices in Maryland public schools, focusing on how the approach would be implemented and how it would affect classroom safety and disciplinary disparities.
The clerk read that House Bill 197 — described on the floor as relating to restorative practices in public schools — received a favorable report as amended. Members questioned the specifics of restorative practices, how they differ from disciplinary procedures, and whether the bill would apply to violent or reportable offenses. After debate and clarification from lawmakers identified as the committee chair…
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