Texas SB401 allows non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities under certain conditions.

Texas SB401 amends the Education Code to provide equal opportunity for non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities. A non-enrolled student must demonstrate academic proficiency and meet residency requirements. They can only participate in activities for the school in the district they would attend based on their residential address. Schools can decline to allow non-enrolled students to participate by a majority vote of the board of trustees. Parents are responsible for ensuring academic standards are met. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB401 allows non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities under certain conditions.

Texas SB401 amends the Education Code to provide equal opportunity for non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities. A non-enrolled student must demonstrate academic proficiency and meet residency requirements. They can only participate in activities for the school in the district they would attend based on their residential address. Schools can decline to allow non-enrolled students to participate by a majority vote of the board of trustees. Parents are responsible for ensuring academic standards are met. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.