Texas SB196 mandates the development of sexual abuse and sex trafficking instructional modules for public schools.

Texas SB196 requires the commissioner, in cooperation with the human trafficking prevention task force, to create instructional modules on sexual abuse and sex trafficking for public school health curricula. These modules must include information on different forms of sexual abuse, legal aspects, and the influence of culture and media. School districts using these modules must notify parents about the instruction, the material, and their right to opt-out. The act applies from the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect if approved by two-thirds of the legislature.

Texas SB196 mandates the development of sexual abuse and sex trafficking instructional modules for public schools.

Texas SB196 requires the commissioner, in cooperation with the human trafficking prevention task force, to create instructional modules on sexual abuse and sex trafficking for public school health curricula. These modules must include information on different forms of sexual abuse, legal aspects, and the influence of culture and media. School districts using these modules must notify parents about the instruction, the material, and their right to opt-out. The act applies from the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect if approved by two-thirds of the legislature.