TX SB762

Public elementary and secondary schools in Texas may only display specific approved flags, including the United States flag, Texas flag, POW/MIA flag, flags of Indian tribes, political subdivisions, military branches, colleges/universities, and the school's official flag

Flags protected for archaeological or historical preservation by the Texas Historical Commission are permitted, as are flags temporarily displayed as part of required curriculum and flags of organizations authorized to use school buildings during their designated times

Schools are prohibited from displaying any approved flag with alterations in color, symbols, or appearance

Parents or guardians of enrolled or eligible students may submit written notice of violations, and schools have 10 business days to remedy the issue and provide written notice of the remedy implemented

Schools that fail to remedy violations and provide notice within the deadline face a civil penalty of $500 per day, enforceable by the Texas Attorney General, with collected funds deposited to the general revenue fund

The act takes effect January 1, 2026