Relating to parental rights in public education and prohibiting instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for public school students.
HB 2846 prohibits public school instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity for students and establishes a parental grievance process. The bill requires school districts to resolve parent complaints about such instruction within 30 days or provide written explanations, with parents able to sue if unresolved. It also mandates school districts to notify parents about student health services and reinforces parents' rights to discuss their child's well-being. The bill directly affects public school students, parents, and school districts across Texas, creating new administrative requirements and legal remedies for parental concerns.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 19, 2025
Last action Mar 19, 2025
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Mar 19, 2025
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Referred to Public Education
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Mar 19, 2025
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Matt Shaheen
RRepublican
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