Texas HB728 establishes policies for video camera use in classrooms, particularly those providing special education services.

Texas HB728 amends the Education Code to set specific procedures for the placement and use of video cameras in classrooms, including those for special education. It mandates that districts provide written information about video camera policies to parents of students receiving special education services. Schools must retain video recordings for at least six months and notify staff and parents when cameras are activated. The commissioner is tasked with developing a model form for notifying parents and reviewing it as necessary. The act applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB728 establishes policies for video camera use in classrooms, particularly those providing special education services.

Texas HB728 amends the Education Code to set specific procedures for the placement and use of video cameras in classrooms, including those for special education. It mandates that districts provide written information about video camera policies to parents of students receiving special education services. Schools must retain video recordings for at least six months and notify staff and parents when cameras are activated. The commissioner is tasked with developing a model form for notifying parents and reviewing it as necessary. The act applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.