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Texas House Bill HB1767

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1767

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Caption

Relating to the establishment of a workgroup to examine the implementation of dating violence awareness and education programs in public schools.

Impact

The implementation of HB1767 is designed to provide a structured approach to addressing dating violence in Texas public schools. By establishing a workgroup, the bill acknowledges the importance of collaboration among educators, advocacy groups, and family violence organizations in creating an effective framework for prevention and education. This could lead to significant changes in how dating violence is addressed in schools, emphasizing the necessity of awareness programs and training for staff, students, and parents alike. Overall, the bill could foster a safer school atmosphere and empower students with the knowledge needed to recognize and prevent dating violence.

Summary

House Bill 1767 focuses on establishing a workgroup that aims to enhance the implementation of dating violence awareness and education programs in public schools. The bill mandates the formation of a workgroup composed of representatives from various educational and advocacy organizations, school personnel, and experts in the field of dating violence. This initiative seeks to ensure that the dating violence policy required in public schools is effectively carried out and continually improved, thereby enhancing safety and awareness within school environments.

Contention

Despite its potential benefits, there may be points of contention regarding the effectiveness and resource allocation of such programs. Opponents of similar legislative efforts in the past have raised concerns about the adequacy of training materials, the depth of educator involvement, and the ability of state resources to sustain ongoing awareness efforts long-term. Furthermore, there may be discussions regarding the integration of these new policies into existing school curricula and whether they will complement or detract from existing educational priorities.

Latest TX HB1767 Activity

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Companion Bills

TX SB1247

Identical Relating to the establishment of a workgroup to examine the implementation of dating violence awareness and education programs in public schools.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3908

Relating to fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness education in public schools.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB4449

Relating to the establishment of a task force to study disciplinary practices and policies in public schools.

TX SB2395

Relating to the establishment of a task force to study disciplinary practices and policies in public schools.

TX HB690

Relating to the establishment of the office of community violence intervention and prevention within the Department of State Health Services and a grant program for violence intervention and prevention services.

TX SB1302

Relating to the creation of a suicide awareness and prevention, youth violence prevention, and social inclusion program for public school students.

TX HB4017

Relating to human sexuality education in public schools.

TX SB8

Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.

TX HB5261

Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.

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