TX SB1871

Expands teacher authority to remove students from class for unruly, disruptive, or abusive behavior, bullying, or repeated interference with instruction, and allows removal based on a single incident without prior documentation requirements

Requires schools to designate a single campus behavior coordinator who must report students involved in terroristic threats, weapons violations, or concerning behavioral trends to the threat assessment team

Creates virtual disciplinary alternative education programs for expelled students when no in-person positions are available, with placement review required every 45 school days

Provides immunity from disciplinary proceedings for school employees who report Chapter 37 violations or remove students from class in good faith, protecting them from discharge, suspension, or certification actions

Mandates expulsion for students who assault school employees or volunteers, possess weapons on or off campus, or exhibit firearms, and expands mandatory DAEP placement to include conduct against school volunteers

Allows school districts to offer students access to mental health services through the Texas Child Health Access through Telemedicine program, requiring parental consent for students under 18