Texas HB596 prohibits public school officers or employees from using public resources for political advocacy.

Texas HB596 amends the Election Code to prohibit officers or employees of school districts or open-enrollment charter schools from using public resources to distribute communications advocating for or against a candidate, measure, or political party. This includes any form of communication, including electronic communications. The bill does not prevent these officials from distributing information about election dates, polling place locations, or polling hours. Violations of this provision are classified as a Class A misdemeanor.

Texas HB596 prohibits public school officers or employees from using public resources for political advocacy.

Texas HB596 amends the Election Code to prohibit officers or employees of school districts or open-enrollment charter schools from using public resources to distribute communications advocating for or against a candidate, measure, or political party. This includes any form of communication, including electronic communications. The bill does not prevent these officials from distributing information about election dates, polling place locations, or polling hours. Violations of this provision are classified as a Class A misdemeanor.