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TX SB87
TX SB87Relating to parental approval for a student's participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.
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Introduced
11/12/2024
11/12/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to parental approval for a student's participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the Texas Education Code to require school districts to obtain written, standalone parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. Specifically, the school district must request written consent from parents at least 14 days before the instruction begins, and this consent request cannot be combined with any other notification or consent form. The bill will apply starting in the 2025-2026 school year and will take effect either immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate voting threshold. By requiring explicit parental consent that is separate from other communications, the bill aims to give parents more direct control and awareness of when their children will receive human sexuality education in public schools.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Co-author authorized (on 04/08/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB87 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB00087I.htm |
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