The bill, S.B. No. 167, introduces a new requirement for members of the Texas Senate and House of Representatives to serve as substitute teachers in public schools within their districts for at least one school day each school year. This requirement is codified in a new section, 301.074, added to the Government Code. Additionally, members are mandated to report their compliance with this requirement to the respective committee on administration, which will maintain a public list of those who do not fulfill the obligation.

The provisions of this bill will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year. It will become effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: ()