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This bill comprehensively reforms the reporting and investigation of misconduct by employees in public and private schools in Texas. It establishes detailed requirements for educational entities (including school districts, charter schools, and private schools) to report and investigate instances of employee misconduct involving students or minors. Key provisions include mandating that school administrators immediately report any allegations of serious misconduct such as sexual advances, inappropriate communications, abuse, or criminal conduct to both the Texas Education Agency and local law enforcement within 48 hours. The bill creates a statewide registry of employees who are not eligible for employment in educational settings, requires immediate termination of employees who attempt to resign during misconduct investigations, and imposes significant penalties on administrators who fail to report or attempt to conceal misconduct. Administrators who do not report allegations can face criminal charges, administrative penalties, and potential job termination. The bill also requires educational entities to provide written notice to parents of students potentially affected by misconduct and mandates quarterly public reporting of employee misconduct statistics. These provisions aim to enhance student safety by creating more transparent and rigorous processes for addressing inappropriate behavior by school employees.

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