Bill > HB3025

This bill modifies existing Texas education law regarding corporal punishment in public schools by changing the consent process for parents or guardians. Under the new provisions, school districts that allow corporal punishment can only use it if the student's parent or guardian has provided written, signed consent in advance. Parents must submit a separate written consent to the school district's board of trustees, and this consent will remain in effect until it is either revoked by the parent or the student leaves the district. Parents can revoke their consent at any time during the school year by submitting a written, signed revocation. Additionally, the bill allows school district boards of trustees to create rules requiring parents to renew their consent annually. The changes will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with the act 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 required immediate-effect vote. This bill effectively shifts the default position from allowing corporal punishment to requiring explicit parental consent for its use.

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