Punishment in schools and rules around bond hearings were among the bills signed into law by Gov. Jared Polis on Thursday.
, Colorado bans all corporal punishment in public schools, state-licensed child care centers, family child care homes and specialized group facilities. Polis noted that most school districts in the state already ban the practice. Colorado joins the majority of states — now 29 — banning it.
“Research shows that physical discipline leads to stress, depression and a low sense of self-esteem,” Polis said. “It can also foster an environment where outright abuse occurs. This bill can assure our fellow Coloradans that learning is the focus of school.” The bill was sponsored by state Rep. Regina English and Sen. Rhonda Fields, both Democrats. It had bipartisan support in both chambers of the General Assembly.
The bill “serves as a written promise by state leadership that we will honor and protect the children of Colorado,” English, a Colorado Springs Democrat, said at the signing.clarifies a 2021 law that requires courts to hold bond hearings for arrestees within 48 hours of them being taken into custody.
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