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TX HB497
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jared Patterson
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AI Summary
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Requires school district employees to obtain written parental consent before providing any behavioral or mental health services or treatment to a child
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Mandates parental consent before school employees can provide contraceptives, including emergency contraceptives, to students
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Requires written parental consent before distributing informational materials on family planning, human sexuality, or mental health to students
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Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to requiring parental consent for behavioral or mental health treatment by school district personnel.
Education
Last Action
Returned to committee
5/13/2025