Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2171

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

Caption

Relating to a public school policy regarding the playing of the state song before certain school-sponsored athletic events.

Impact

The enactment of HB 2171 will ensure that the cultural significance of the state song is recognized and honored within the school environment. This move may enhance school spirit and pride among students and the community by promoting traditions. However, it also legally binds educational institutions to adhere to this new requirement, which may require adjustments in event programming and logistical arrangements to include the performance of the song.

Summary

House Bill 2171 aims to formalize a policy regarding the performance of the state song, 'Texas, Our Texas,' at school-sponsored athletic events in Texas public schools and open-enrollment charter schools. Under this bill, school districts and governing bodies of charter schools will be mandated to adopt a policy requiring the state song to be played before each such event, following the national anthem. This law is set to apply starting from the 2026-2027 school year, giving schools time to implement the necessary changes before the deadline.

Contention

While HB 2171 is likely to resonate positively with proponents of Texas heritage and state pride, there may be some contention regarding the imposition of state mandates on local school practices. Critics might argue that the requirement could divert focus from other essential educational priorities or impose additional burdens on school event scheduling. Nevertheless, supporters see this as an important step in celebrating and integrating Texas' cultural heritage into the educational experience.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 33. Service Programs And Extracurricular Activities
    • Section: New Section

Government Code

  • Chapter 31. Additional Compensation Of Justices Of Courts Of Appeal
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB691

Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics.

TX HB1797

Relating to public school policy regarding the prevention of heat stress.

TX HB206

Relating to a heat stress safety policy for outdoor athletic activities at public schools.

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 SB9

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 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 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 HB166

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

TX SB350

Relating to a paid parental leave policy at public schools and an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.