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TX SJR12
Joint Resolution
Status
4/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Angela Paxton
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AI Summary
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Proposes adding Section 37 to Article I of the Texas Constitution to establish parental rights over children's education
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Defines "parent" broadly to include natural parents, stepparents, adoptive parents, legal guardians, and other legal custodians
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Grants parents specific rights including: making choices within public schools, choosing alternatives like private or home school, accessing teaching materials and textbooks, attending school board meetings, and viewing their child's student and health records
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Prohibits denial or restriction of these educational rights based on disability status of either the parent or child
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Requires voter approval at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
4/17/2025