- In Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court upheld the state terroristic threats statute that had been challenged by a Hall County high school student who was criminally charged with posting terroristic threats on Facebook to “get the chopper out and make Columbine look childish.” [Major v. State]
- In Florida, the Alachua County Juvenile Justice Council is assessing new approaches to address the high rate of school expulsions associated with drug use, suicide, anger management and mental health issues.
- In Pennsylvania, Senate Bill 383 would allow school boards to permit teachers and staff to carry firearms. The bill would require employees to volunteer for the armed position, hold a concealed carry permit and complete training.
- In Texas, officials in the Prosper Independent School District, that includes Collin County and Denton County, are implementing a new policy for the annual Prom that will require that students take Breathalyzer tests conducted by school resource officers before entering the event.