Missouri's Facebook Law? Gets It All Wrong

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In summary, Missouri's new social media law requires all school districts to have a written policy regarding teacher-student communication, which includes the restriction of teachers having private websites with students that are not work-related. This law aims to protect students and prevent inappropriate relationships between teachers and students, but some argue that it could hinder positive communication and relationships between teachers and students. Additionally, there are concerns about the effectiveness and practicality of enforcing this law.
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As a wise man once said, knee jerk laws written after one person got away with something they shouldn’t have rarely achieve the intended results and often crate even more problems as a result.* Missouri’s new social media law is … http://virtualnavigator.wordpress.com/2011/08/03/missouris-facebook-law-gets-it-all-wrong/" [Broken]http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=virtualnavigator.wordpress.com&blog=11498882&post=657&subd=virtualnavigator&ref=&feed=1

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What is wrong with this? All the law reads is that a teacher can't have a private website with a child/student that isn't work-related if the parents or administrators can't monitor it.

Every school district shall, by January 1, 2012, promulgate a written policy concerning teacher-student communication and employee-student communication. Such policy shall contain at least the following elements:

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3. No teacher shall establish, maintain, or use a work-related internet site unless such site is available to school administrators and the child's legal custodian, physical custodian, or legal guardian.

4. No teacher shall establish, maintain, or use a nonwork-related internet site which allows exclusive access with a current or former student.
The Amy Hestir Student Protection Act, Section 162.069, to parts 3 and 4.
 

What is "Missouri's Facebook Law"?

"Missouri's Facebook Law" refers to a bill that was passed in Missouri in 2008. It prohibits employers from requesting or requiring employees or job applicants to provide access to personal social media accounts.

What is the purpose of "Missouri's Facebook Law"?

The purpose of this law is to protect the privacy of employees and job applicants. It recognizes that personal social media accounts are private spaces and should not be subject to scrutiny by employers.

Does "Missouri's Facebook Law" apply to all employers in Missouri?

No, this law only applies to employers in Missouri with more than six employees.

Are there any exceptions to "Missouri's Facebook Law"?

Yes, there are some exceptions. Employers can still request access to social media accounts if it is necessary for a legitimate business purpose, such as investigating workplace misconduct or ensuring compliance with securities laws.

What are the consequences for violating "Missouri's Facebook Law"?

If an employer is found to be in violation of this law, they can face fines up to $500 for each violation. Additionally, the employee or job applicant can file a civil lawsuit for damages.

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