Bill for Anti-Cyber Bullying Laws in Kentucky Shut Down by House Committee

With 2 votes shy of passing, the House Bill 473, which would establish plans to address cyberbullying in Kentucky schools, has been rejected. The Bill was aimed to deal with the advancements in technology and how it affects cyberbullying in schools, with tools and training to combat the issues.

Only 14 out of the mandatory 16 votes passed for the bill, which is now dead. Kentucky is often considered one of the most aggressive states regarding anti-bullying laws, prompting critics of the House Bill 473 to cite that there are already enough standards in place.

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