State scholarship program allows transfer for bullied students

A law took effect Sunday morning establishing a scholarship program for students who’re being bullied to transfer to another school.

The Hope Scholarship Program is funded by and allows students to attend another public school or a private school that’s compatible with the program, according to the Florida Senate.

Students from kindergarten to high school are eligible for the program.

People who make contributions when purchasing a vehicle can receive a tax credit reducing the sales tax, according to the Florida Senate. A buyer who makes a contribution can receive a matched tax credit.

The Florida Senate bill summary said the following incidents classified by the Department of Education qualify:

• Battery
• Harassment
• Hazing
• Bullying
• Kidnapping
• Physical attack
• Robbery
• Sexual offense
• Harassment
• Assault
• Battery
• Threat
• Intimidation
• Fighting at school

WINK News reporter Janae Muchmore was live at a Back to School Supply Drive. Watch the full segment above.