Texas HB437 mandates placement of children in detention or correctional facilities based on biological sex.

The Juvenile Girls Protection Act, Texas HB437, requires the placement of children in detention or correctional facilities according to their biological sex. This is determined by the child's official birth certificate or another government record. The Texas Juvenile Justice Department can deny, suspend, or revoke the registration of any facility that fails to meet minimum standards or comply with the Prison Rape Elimination Act National Standards. The act takes effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the Texas Legislature, otherwise it becomes effective September 1, 2025.

Texas HB437 mandates placement of children in detention or correctional facilities based on biological sex.

The Juvenile Girls Protection Act, Texas HB437, requires the placement of children in detention or correctional facilities according to their biological sex. This is determined by the child's official birth certificate or another government record. The Texas Juvenile Justice Department can deny, suspend, or revoke the registration of any facility that fails to meet minimum standards or comply with the Prison Rape Elimination Act National Standards. The act takes effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the Texas Legislature, otherwise it becomes effective September 1, 2025.