Texas HB2044 amends laws regarding offenses and conduct subject to expulsion involving firearms near school property.

Texas HB2044 amends the Education Code to allow for student expulsion for certain offenses involving firearms near school property. It specifies that students may be expelled for possessing, exhibiting, or using a firearm within 1,000 feet of school property. The bill also details exceptions for school district employees with proper authorization and training. Additionally, it modifies the Penal Code to clarify conditions under which carrying a firearm near school property is not an offense. The changes take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2044 amends laws regarding offenses and conduct subject to expulsion involving firearms near school property.

Texas HB2044 amends the Education Code to allow for student expulsion for certain offenses involving firearms near school property. It specifies that students may be expelled for possessing, exhibiting, or using a firearm within 1,000 feet of school property. The bill also details exceptions for school district employees with proper authorization and training. Additionally, it modifies the Penal Code to clarify conditions under which carrying a firearm near school property is not an offense. The changes take effect on September 1, 2025.