Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1904

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to promoting safety in public schools.

Impact

In addition to requiring training for superintendents and principals, SB1904 also extends similar requirements to school district peace officers. The legislation emphasizes accountability by mandating school districts report annually on the conduct of their peace officers regarding student violations. This requirement aims to promote transparency and assist in monitoring the interactions between law enforcement and students, particularly in terms of demographics and disciplinary actions.

Summary

SB1904 is a legislative measure aimed at enhancing safety in public schools within the state of Texas. This bill mandates that school superintendents and principals participate in a safety training program within their first year of employment. It signifies a proactive approach to ensuring that school administrators are well-equipped to handle safety-related issues, which has become increasingly important in light of national concerns regarding school safety and security.

Contention

Overall, SB1904 represents a significant attempt to bolster safety measures in Texas public schools, reflecting a legislative trend to prioritize school security. The requirement for comprehensive safety training could set a precedent for future legislation aimed at addressing not only reactive measures to incidents but also proactive preventative strategies in educational environments.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.

TX SB11

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to the health and safety of public school students and active shooter training for certain peace officers.

TX HB13

Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.

TX HB110

Relating to the school safety allotment under the public school finance system; making an appropriation.

TX HB4979

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to certain student records and conduct.

TX SB1664

Relating to the establishment of the school safety technical advisory committee and the school safety accountability program.

TX HB11

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB3094

Relating to eligibility for the school safety allotment under the public school finance system.

TX HB4188

Relating to the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX SB2

Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented by a school district, a security officer employed by a school district, the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program; making an appropriation.

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