Bill > HB4183

This bill seeks to prohibit teachers in Texas public schools from providing any instruction, information, materials, or resources about abortion, creating significant legal consequences for violations. Specifically, teachers would be banned from discussing abortion, taking students to abortion-related events, referring students to abortion service organizations, or engaging in conversations that normalize abortion as an option. A teacher who violates these provisions would commit a Class A misdemeanor, face mandatory employment termination by their school district, and potentially have their professional teaching certification suspended or revoked. Moreover, parents of students would be granted the right to sue the teacher or school district if they believe these provisions have been violated, with courts able to award compensatory or punitive damages. The bill would apply beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, with specific provisions regarding misconduct taking effect on September 1, 2025. The legislation becomes immediately effective if it receives a two-thirds vote from members of the Texas legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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