The bill, H.B. No. 1441, amends Section 1701.262(c) of the Occupations Code to enhance the model training curriculum for school district peace officers and school resource officers. The updated curriculum will now include learning objectives that focus on child and adolescent development, positive behavioral interventions, conflict resolution, de-escalation techniques, and the mental health needs of children with disabilities. Notably, the bill adds new requirements for mental health crisis intervention and emphasizes understanding the effects of mental health conditions, such as grief and trauma, on student behavior. It also highlights the importance of using evidence-based, grief-informed, and trauma-informed strategies to create a safe school environment.

Following the passage of this bill, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement is tasked with amending the model training curriculum to reflect these changes. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1701.262 (Occupations Code 1701)