Vote YES on SB 919
Voting
yes on SB 919 will provide safety in the school environment for adolescents.
Passing this bill will enforce punishment such as suspension and
expulsion to students who are caught sexting. With these punishments
applied, the hope is to eventually reduce sexting.
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Currently there have been increasing cases of sexting among students.
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Approximately 1 in 5 teens engage in sexting and most are pressured to
participate in sexual activities.
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If passed, educational programs funded by the government will be
available for students.
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Instead of facing legal charges, this bill will grant authority to
schools to suspend or expel students caught sexting.
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Will enhance school safety from potential bullying and harassment due to
sexting.
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Additional Sources of
Information
National
Conference of State Legislatures
National
Crime Prevention Council: How Teens can Stay Safe
Pew
Research Center: How and Why Teens are Sexting
School
Response to Cyberbullying and Sexting: The Legal Challenges:
Senator
Ted W. Lieu
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