TX SB1702

School districts must notify parents by email each time their child checks out a library material from a school library, including the title and author of the item

Before each school year, districts must provide written notice to parents about their option to opt out of receiving these library checkout notifications

Districts are required to maintain a current list of parents to be notified and promptly process any opt-out requests

Open-enrollment charter schools are also subject to these parental notification requirements regarding school library materials

The requirements apply beginning with the 2025-2026 school year and take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote, or September 1, 2025