TX
Texas House Bill HB3018

Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

Texas House Bill HB3018

Filed
 
Out of House Committee
4/13/11  
Introduced
3/10/11  
Voted on by House
5/15/11  
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a policy of a school district concerning possession or use of a telecommunications device by a student.

Impact

If enacted, HB3018 will provide school districts with greater authority to regulate telecommunications devices within educational settings. This legislation is intended to support a conducive learning environment by minimizing distractions from personal devices that could disrupt classroom dynamics. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for notifying parents about confiscated devices, thereby promoting transparency in communication between schools and families regarding student behavior and policy enforcement.

Summary

House Bill 3018 aims to amend the Education Code concerning school district policies on the possession of telecommunications devices by students. The bill allows school boards to enforce policies that prohibit students from having such devices on school property or during school-related activities. In addition to establishing prohibitive measures, the bill permits school districts to impose disciplinary actions against students who violate these policies. Importantly, the bill outlines the process for the confiscation of devices and the conditions under which these devices may be reclaimed by students or parents.

Contention

Critics of HB3018 may argue that the bill encroaches on student rights regarding personal property and could lead to overreach by schools in regulating student behavior beyond reasonable limits. The potential for disciplinary measures to be applied inconsistently across different districts may also lead to concerns over fairness and equity in how policies are implemented. Opponents may voice worries that such regulations could disproportionately affect students based on arbitrary enforcement of rules related to technology use within educational institutions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2673

Relating to requirements for the use and transfer of electronic devices to students by a public school.

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 HB18

Relating to the protection of minors from harmful, deceptive, or unfair trade practices in connection with the use of certain digital services and electronic devices, including the use and transfer of electronic devices to students by a public school.

TX HB4740

Relating to school district grace period policies and the provision of meals to public school students with insufficient balances on prepaid meal cards or meal accounts.

TX HB2487

Relating to the possession or use of marihuana or e-cigarettes on or near public school property or at certain school events; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB4690

Relating to the grievance procedure used by public schools to address complaints by students or parents.

TX SB2428

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

TX HB2106

Relating to the implementation of student and family engagement plans by school districts.

TX HB3602

Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists at school district campuses serving students in grades six and above.

TX HB166

Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain public school students with disabilities.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.