TX SB1224

Requires superintendents and directors of public school districts, charter schools, regional education service centers, and shared services arrangements to notify local law enforcement in writing within 48 hours when they have reasonable cause to believe an educator engaged in certain misconduct (as specified in existing statute)

Requires chief administrative officers of private schools to provide the same 48-hour written notice to local police or county sheriff when a private school educator is alleged to have engaged in specified misconduct

Failure by a superintendent or director to provide the required law enforcement notice may result in administrative penalties from the State Board for Educator Certification ranging from $500 to $10,000, with certification renewal blocked until penalties are paid

Intentionally failing to provide required notice to law enforcement with intent to conceal an educator's or employee's misconduct constitutes a state jail felony

Provides civil and criminal immunity for private school officials who in good faith provide notice to law enforcement or file reports regarding educator misconduct

Takes effect September 1, 2025