TX HB687

Requires the Texas Education Agency to develop a bullying prevention pilot program for public schools using research-based best practices and collaboration with experts in child psychology, mental health, and education

Authorizes the commissioner to award grants to school districts demonstrating substantial need for bullying prevention, with each recipient district limited to implementing the program at no more than three campuses

Directs the agency to provide technical assistance to grant recipients, potentially through regional education service centers

Allows the commissioner to solicit and accept grants or donations to implement the program, with no requirement to develop or fund the pilot unless money is specifically appropriated

Takes effect September 1, 2025