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This bill expands legal immunity protections for charter schools and their personnel in Texas. Specifically, the bill amends the Education Code to ensure that charter school campuses, programs, employees, volunteers, and governing body members receive the same liability protections as traditional public school districts. The bill covers two main scenarios: first, it clarifies that charter school campuses or programs granted charters under existing statutory provisions are immune from liability to the same extent as school districts, and second, it extends immunity protections to eligible entities operating adult education programs under their charters. These immunity provisions mean that charter school staff, volunteers, and board members cannot be easily sued for actions taken in the course of their official duties, providing them with legal safeguards similar to those enjoyed by traditional public school employees. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, or otherwise on September 1, 2025.

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