The bill amends the Education Code to enhance the reporting requirements for public school employee misconduct to local law enforcement. It introduces a new subsection (b-3) that mandates superintendents or directors of various educational entities to notify the local police department or sheriff within 48 hours of becoming aware of an educator's alleged misconduct. Additionally, it amends existing subsections (i) and (j) to specify penalties for educators who fail to provide the required notice or reports, including administrative penalties ranging from $500 to $10,000 and the potential for certification renewal to be withheld until penalties are paid.

Furthermore, the bill adds a new subsection (c-1) to Section 22.093, which mirrors the reporting requirements established in Section 21.006, and also amends subsections (i) and (k) to include similar penalties for non-compliance. The bill establishes that failing to report with the intent to conceal misconduct is a state jail felony. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 21.006, Education Code 22.093 (Education Code 21, Education Code 22)