Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2103

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

Caption

Relating to the expulsion and removal of students from schools.

Impact

If passed, SB2103 would significantly affect the Education Code, particularly regarding the processes schools must follow when expelling students. The inclusion of specific factors for consideration, such as intent and prior disciplinary records, is intended to protect students' rights and ensure that disciplinary measures are fair and justified. Importantly, the bill emphasizes due process rights for students, requiring that they receive appropriate hearings and representation during expulsion proceedings.

Summary

SB2103 seeks to amend existing laws relating to the expulsion and removal of students from schools in Texas. The bill introduces additional considerations for disciplinary actions, including factors like a student's academic and disciplinary histories as well as exigent circumstances. These amendments aim to provide a more comprehensive framework for determining the appropriateness of expulsion or placement in alternative educational environments, allowing for a more nuanced understanding of student behavior in disciplinary contexts.

Contention

Opponents of SB2103 may argue that while the bill includes important protections, it could also create challenges for school administrators dealing with serious misconduct. Critics might express concerns that the requirement to consider multiple factors could lead to complications in enforcing discipline and maintaining school safety, especially in cases deemed severe. On the other hand, supporters highlight the need for due process and fair treatment of students, arguing that these provisions help prevent unnecessary expulsions that may disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB285

Relating to the expulsion of public school students for engaging in conduct that constitutes serious offenses.

TX HB114

Relating to the possession, use, or delivery of marihuana or e-cigarettes on or near public school property or at certain school events.

TX HB4033

Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.

TX SB245

Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.

TX SB2428

Relating to the removal of a public school student from the classroom for the possession or use of an e-cigarette.

TX HB2857

Relating to the removal of a public school student from the classroom for engaging in conduct involving the possession of certain prohibited substances.

TX HB1623

Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unlawful possession or transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles.

TX HB817

Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unlawful possession or transfer of an assault weapon.

TX HB1341

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to the cultivation, manufacture, delivery, and possession of marihuana and cannabis.

TX HB3620

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.

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