Texas HB1158 requires parental written consent for student participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.

Texas HB1158 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The consent request must be separate from other notifications and provided at least 14 days before the instruction begins. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and can take effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the legislature, otherwise it will take effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1158 requires parental written consent for student participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.

Texas HB1158 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The consent request must be separate from other notifications and provided at least 14 days before the instruction begins. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and can take effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the legislature, otherwise it will take effect September 1, 2025.