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Oregon Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies
What term is used in the Oregon anti-bullying laws?
Harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
Do these laws cover cyberbullying?
Yes.
What groups are listed under Oregon state law?
The following groups are listed under Oregon law, although not limited to behavior based on characteristics:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
- National origin
- Marital status
- Familial status
- Source of income
- Disability
Schools that receive federal funding are required by federal law to address discrimination on a number of different personal characteristics. Find out when bullying may be a civil rights violation.
Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?
A state model policy is available at the Oregon Department of Education .
Which of the key components can be found in Oregon anti-bullying laws and policies?
Key Components | Present in Oregon State Laws | Present in Oregon Model Policy |
---|---|---|
DEFINITIONS | ||
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
DISTRICT POLICY REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT | ||
YES | N/A | |
YES | N/A | |
DISTRICT POLICY COMPONENTS | ||
YES | N/A | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO | |
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS | ||
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO | |
YES | NO |
NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.
What are the Oregon state laws that cover bullying?
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.351 – Definitions
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.353 – Findings
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.356 – District policy required
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.359 – Training programs; prevention task forces, programs and other initiatives
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.362 – Retaliation against victims and witnesses prohibited; school employee immunity
- Oregon Revised Statute §339.364 – Victim may seek redress under other laws
For More Information
See “School Bullying: Policies, Laws and Resources” by the Oregon Department of Education.
Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).