Texas SB812 amends the grievance procedure in public schools, detailing complaint filing, review, and appeal processes.

Texas SB812 amends the grievance procedure in public schools, requiring a written complaint to be filed with the principal of the relevant campus. The principal must issue a determination within 21 days. If relief is not granted, parents can appeal to the school district. The board of trustees must decide within 60 days, and if relief is still not granted, parents can appeal to the commissioner. The commissioner will adopt rules regarding the grievance procedure by December 31, 2025. The act applies from the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas SB812 amends the grievance procedure in public schools, detailing complaint filing, review, and appeal processes.

Texas SB812 amends the grievance procedure in public schools, requiring a written complaint to be filed with the principal of the relevant campus. The principal must issue a determination within 21 days. If relief is not granted, parents can appeal to the school district. The board of trustees must decide within 60 days, and if relief is still not granted, parents can appeal to the commissioner. The commissioner will adopt rules regarding the grievance procedure by December 31, 2025. The act applies from the 2025-2026 school year.