Bill > HJR136

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to the Texas Constitution that would prohibit any state or local government agency, including the state legislature, from regulating the educational programs of private schools, which explicitly includes home schools. The proposed amendment would add a new section (Section 3-c) to Article VII of the Texas Constitution, effectively creating a legal barrier that prevents governmental bodies from imposing educational requirements, standards, or oversight on private educational institutions. If approved, the amendment would be submitted to Texas voters for consideration at the November 4, 2025 election, with ballot language that directly asks voters whether they support protecting private schools from state and local regulation. This proposed constitutional change represents a significant potential limitation on government's ability to establish or enforce educational standards for private and home school environments, potentially giving these educational institutions greater autonomy in determining their curriculum, teaching methods, and operational practices.

Education

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