Bill > HB528

This bill amends the Texas Education Code to enhance notification and suicide prevention procedures for parents and guardians when their children are involved in bullying incidents or identified as being at risk of suicide. Specifically, the bill requires school districts and charter schools to maintain a record of parent notifications and provide parents with suicide prevention materials and information on limiting a student's access to potential suicide means, such as firearms or medication. The Texas Education Agency, in coordination with the Health and Human Services Commission, will be responsible for selecting the appropriate suicide prevention materials and information. The new requirements will take effect during the 2025-2026 school year, with the bill becoming effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate effect vote. The goal of these amendments is to improve communication between schools and parents about student safety and provide resources to help prevent youth suicide.

Education

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB528