Texas SB1224 mandates reporting of educator misconduct to local law enforcement within 48 hours.

Texas SB1224 amends the Education Code to require superintendents or directors of school districts, charter schools, and other educational entities to notify local law enforcement within 48 hours of becoming aware of alleged misconduct by educators. Principals must also notify superintendents or directors about such incidents. Failure to report within the specified timeframe, with intent to conceal, is a state jail felony. The bill also allows the State Board for Educator Certification to impose penalties on educators who fail to report misconduct.

Texas SB1224 mandates reporting of educator misconduct to local law enforcement within 48 hours.

Texas SB1224 amends the Education Code to require superintendents or directors of school districts, charter schools, and other educational entities to notify local law enforcement within 48 hours of becoming aware of alleged misconduct by educators. Principals must also notify superintendents or directors about such incidents. Failure to report within the specified timeframe, with intent to conceal, is a state jail felony. The bill also allows the State Board for Educator Certification to impose penalties on educators who fail to report misconduct.