Parents would have gained new rights and a state watchdog over schools
What it does
HB 7 would have added parental rights in public schools and created an Office of Inspector General at the Texas Education Agency to look into misconduct. It also changed how abuse and misconduct are reported.
What it means for your community
Parents would have had a state office to take complaints about schools, and school staff would face new reporting rules.
Why it didn't pass
A House committee approved it and sent it to the Calendars Committee on May 9, 2025. It did not reach a floor vote.
What to watch next session
Parental rights in education has been a recurring theme. Watch for the inspector general idea to come back on its own or in a larger bill.
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