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TX SB940
Bill
Status
1/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Royce West
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AI Summary
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Authorizes school district boards of trustees to appoint a student trustee position in addition to the regular number of board members, with the board determining the appointment process and term length
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Student trustees may attend and participate in open board meetings but cannot vote on any matter, make motions, or second motions
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Student trustees are not counted toward establishing a quorum or determining the outcome of any board vote
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Applies only to school districts not already covered under Section 11.0511 of the Education Code (which governs certain large urban districts)
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Effective date is September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to allowing the board of trustees of certain school districts to create a nonvoting student trustee position on the board.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16
2/13/2025