House Bill No. 2623 amends the Education Code regarding the suspension of students in public schools. The bill allows principals or appropriate administrators to suspend students for conduct outlined in the student code of conduct, specifically stating that students may be "subject to an in-school or out-of-school suspension." Additionally, the bill clarifies that an out-of-school suspension may not exceed three school days, replacing the previous language that simply stated students could be "suspended."

The provisions of this bill will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year. It will become effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.005 (Education Code 37)