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TX HB3160

TX HB3160
Relating to Internet safety and technology protection policies in public schools and libraries.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
03/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to Internet safety and technology protection policies in public schools and libraries.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that all public schools, open-enrollment charter schools, and public libraries in Texas develop comprehensive Internet safety and technology protection policies to safeguard minors' online experiences. These policies must comply with the Children's Internet Protection Act and require online service vendors to certify they will not transfer obscene materials to minors or display harmful content. Each institution must establish a public reporting procedure that allows individuals to raise concerns about online access and receive a response. School districts and charter schools will be required to submit annual reports to the education agency about reported concerns, and these reports will be published online. Similarly, public libraries must submit annual reports to the state library commission. Non-compliance carries significant consequences: schools may have funding withheld, and libraries may become ineligible for state funding. The bill also requires the commissioner of education and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to adopt implementation rules, with the legislation set to take effect on September 1, 2025. The overall goal is to create transparent, accountable mechanisms for protecting minors from inappropriate online content across educational and public library settings.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Referred to Public Education (on 03/20/2025)

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