TX HB1704

Requires school districts to immediately notify parents if their child engages in, expresses a desire to engage in, or indicates likelihood of engaging in "self-harm"

Defines "self-harm" broadly to include: attempted suicide, suicidal ideation, intentional ingestion of toxins, cutting/burning/self-mutilation, high-risk sexual behavior, "altering one's biological sex," drug or alcohol abuse, and other self-injurious behavior

Mandates parental notification when a child expresses "gender dysphoria or other distress relating to the child's biological sex"

Requires school employees who witness covered acts, expressions, or behaviors to immediately report to a district administrator, with failure to comply potentially resulting in discharge, termination, or suspension without pay

Takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect if passed by two-thirds vote or September 1, 2025 otherwise