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TX HJR155
Joint Resolution
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Cody Vasut
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AI Summary
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Proposes adding Section 37 to Article I of the Texas Constitution to establish a parent's right to direct their child's education
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Defines "parent" broadly to include natural parents, stepparents, adoptive parents, legal guardians, and other legal custodians
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Grants parents specific rights including: making reasonable choices within public schools, choosing private school or homeschool alternatives, accessing teaching materials and textbooks, attending school board meetings, and viewing their child's student records including health records
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Prohibits denial or restriction of these parental rights based on disability status of either the parent or child
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Requires the amendment be submitted to voters at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
3/24/2025