Senate Bill No. 762 introduces a new section to the Texas Education Code that regulates the display of flags in public elementary and secondary schools. Under the proposed law, schools are prohibited from displaying any flags other than a specified list, which includes the United States flag, the Texas flag, flags representing certain historical or governmental entities, and flags of educational institutions or authorized organizations. Additionally, the bill mandates that any displayed flags must not be altered in color, symbols, or appearance.

The bill also establishes a process for parents or guardians to report violations regarding flag displays. If a school is found to be in violation, it must remedy the situation within ten business days and notify the reporting parent or guardian of the actions taken. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in a civil penalty of $500 per day, which can be enforced by the attorney general. The collected penalties will be deposited into the state treasury for the general revenue fund. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

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