S.B. No. 747 aims to enhance public school policies and programs regarding the production and distribution of intimate visual material by students. The bill amends several sections of the Education Code to address issues related to bullying, cyberbullying, and the unauthorized sharing of intimate visual content. Notably, it introduces new definitions and provisions concerning "cyberbullying," which now includes the production or distribution of videos or images depicting students in compromising situations, particularly those created using artificial intelligence technology. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts develop policies that specifically address incidents involving such material and emphasizes the importance of prevention, reporting, and response strategies.

The legislation also requires the Texas Education Agency to establish minimum standards for school district policies, focusing on bullying prevention and the unique challenges posed by digital communication. It includes provisions for annual surveys to gather data on bullying incidents and the development of action plans based on the findings. Furthermore, the bill outlines the need for educational programs that inform students about the legal consequences of sharing intimate visual material, including those created with artificial intelligence. The act is set to take effect in the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate implementation contingent upon a two-thirds vote from the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.0052, Education Code 37.0832, Education Code 21.16, Education Code 37.218 (Education Code 21, Education Code 37)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 37.0052, Education Code 37.0832, Education Code 21.16, Education Code 37.218 (Education Code 21, Education Code 37)
Engrossed: Education Code 37.0052, Education Code 37.0832, Education Code 21.16, Education Code 37.218 (Education Code 21, Education Code 37)
House Committee Report: Education Code 37.0052, Education Code 37.0832, Education Code 21.16, Education Code 37.218 (Education Code 21, Education Code 37)