The bill, S.B. No. 875, aims to prohibit electioneering activities by members of the board of trustees and superintendents of independent school districts, as well as on certain school district premises. It introduces new legal language that makes it an offense for these officials to use state or local funds, district resources, or facilities to campaign for or against any candidate, measure, or political party. Specifically, a member of the board of trustees or a superintendent who engages in such activities commits a Class A misdemeanor. Additionally, the bill establishes that campus administrators who allow political signs to be posted on school premises for more than 48 hours outside of designated voting periods also commit an offense, classified as a Class B misdemeanor.

The bill amends the Education Code by adding specific provisions that outline these prohibitions and the associated penalties. It clarifies that the changes apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Offenses occurring before this date will be governed by the previous laws in effect at that time.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 11.169, Education Code 11.201 (Education Code 11)