TX HB474

Requires each school district board of trustees to adopt a policy regarding attire and regalia worn by students at graduation ceremonies and other official school events

Districts must establish an approval process with specific criteria for attire and regalia worn at graduation ceremonies

Prohibits districts from banning culturally significant or academic attire and regalia unless it poses a safety risk or impairs the student's vision or mobility

Defines culturally significant or academic attire to include cords or stoles signifying cultural heritage, honor society membership, or student organization affiliation

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