Texas SB371 requires parental written consent for student participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.

Texas SB371 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The consent request must be separate from other notifications and provided at least 14 days before instruction begins. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds majority, otherwise on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB371 requires parental written consent for student participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.

Texas SB371 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The consent request must be separate from other notifications and provided at least 14 days before instruction begins. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds majority, otherwise on September 1, 2025.