As a result of House Bill 1465, introduced and passed during the 2011 North Dakota legislative session, every school district must develop and implement a bullying policy. In an effort to curb bullying behavior which has far-reaching personal and social consequences, the legislation is designed to allow districts the flexibility to create a policy and select a program or curriculum that best meets their school and community culture, climate and values. This fact sheet provides guidance for districts in meeting this requirement.