An Act relative to preventing educator sexual misconduct and abuse of children and youth

This bill creates new criminal penalties and civil protections for educators who engage in sexual relationships with vulnerable students. It specifically targets adults over 21 who work in schools or youth service agencies and have sexual contact with students under 19 who lack a high school diploma, or with students under 22 who have special needs and lack a high school diploma. The law declares that these students cannot legally consent to such relationships, allowing them to sue the school or agency for damages. Additionally, the bill mandates that offenders register as sex offenders and requires the immediate revocation of teaching licenses for licensed professionals found guilty of these acts.