Texas SB875 prohibits electioneering by school officials and limits political sign postings on school campuses.

Texas SB875 amends the Education Code to prohibit members of the board of trustees and superintendents of independent school districts from using state or local funds or district resources for electioneering. It also limits the posting of political signs on school campuses to 48 hours, except during early voting or on election day if the campus is used as a polling place. Violations of these provisions are criminal offenses, with penalties ranging from Class A to Class B misdemeanors, depending on the specific violation. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB875 prohibits electioneering by school officials and limits political sign postings on school campuses.

Texas SB875 amends the Education Code to prohibit members of the board of trustees and superintendents of independent school districts from using state or local funds or district resources for electioneering. It also limits the posting of political signs on school campuses to 48 hours, except during early voting or on election day if the campus is used as a polling place. Violations of these provisions are criminal offenses, with penalties ranging from Class A to Class B misdemeanors, depending on the specific violation. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.