Texas SB2277 prohibits public schools from retaliating against employees who report misconduct.

Texas SB2277 amends the Education Code to prohibit school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from disciplining, retaliating against, or discriminating against employees who report misconduct in good faith. The misconduct must be described by Section 22.093(c)(1)(A) or (B). Reports can be made to the school district, a law enforcement agency, or another appropriate authority. This protection applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2277 prohibits public schools from retaliating against employees who report misconduct.

Texas SB2277 amends the Education Code to prohibit school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from disciplining, retaliating against, or discriminating against employees who report misconduct in good faith. The misconduct must be described by Section 22.093(c)(1)(A) or (B). Reports can be made to the school district, a law enforcement agency, or another appropriate authority. This protection applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.