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This bill requires public schools in Texas, including school districts, the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, the Texas School for the Deaf, and open-enrollment charter schools, to provide reasonable accommodations for lactating students in middle and high schools. These accommodations are designed to support students who are breastfeeding by allowing them to express breast milk, breastfeed their infant child, and address other breast-feeding related needs. The bill will take effect during the 2025-2026 school year, with the potential for immediate implementation if it receives a two-thirds vote from members in each legislative house. By mandating these accommodations, the bill aims to support young parents in their educational pursuits while respecting their need to care for their children, recognizing that lactating students may require specific supports to continue their education.

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