Texas SB2749 clarifies that refusing to affirm a child's sexual orientation or gender identity, or to use their preferred name or pronouns, does not.

Texas SB2749 amends the Family Code to exclude certain actions from the definitions of child abuse and neglect. Specifically, it states that the refusal of a child's parent, legal guardian, or other responsible person to affirm the child's expressed sexual orientation or gender identity, or to address the child according to their preferred name or pronouns, is not considered abuse or neglect. This change takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2749 clarifies that refusing to affirm a child's sexual orientation or gender identity, or to use their preferred name or pronouns, does not.

Texas SB2749 amends the Family Code to exclude certain actions from the definitions of child abuse and neglect. Specifically, it states that the refusal of a child's parent, legal guardian, or other responsible person to affirm the child's expressed sexual orientation or gender identity, or to address the child according to their preferred name or pronouns, is not considered abuse or neglect. This change takes effect on September 1, 2025.