TX HB4125

Law enforcement agencies must notify educational institutions (public schools, charter schools, private schools, accredited academies) when an employee is under investigation, arrested, indicted, or charged for offenses against minors or students under Title 5 (crimes against persons) or Chapter 43 (public indecency) of the Penal Code, or any felony offense

Oral notification must be provided to the superintendent or school police chief within 24 hours or before the next school day, followed by written confidential notification within 7 days containing the nature of the investigation, employee name, and safety-relevant information

Law enforcement must notify the educational institution within 2 working days if charges are dropped or the case is dismissed to ensure administrative decisions reflect current information

Information sharing is restricted to law enforcement personnel, administrators with direct responsibility over the employee, legal counsel, and supervisory staff when necessary for student safety; unauthorized disclosure may result in disciplinary action and potential suspension or revocation of educator certification

Law enforcement agencies must submit annual compliance reports to the Texas Education Agency, which will establish a statewide tracking system and develop training materials for school administrators on handling notifications and placing employees on administrative leave