The bill, S.B. No. 118, proposes the repeal of Section 38.001(f) of the Education Code, which currently grants the authority to exclude certain students from attending public school during times of emergency or epidemic if they do not have the required immunizations. By removing this provision, the bill aims to ensure that students cannot be barred from attending school based on their immunization status during such critical times.

If passed, the bill will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the Texas Legislature. If it does not achieve this majority, the bill will still come into effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 38.001 (Education Code 38)