Senate Bill No. 1434, introduced by Bettencourt, aims to prohibit school districts in Texas from using public funds to transport students or employees to polling places on election days or during early voting periods. The bill adds a new section, 11.1691, to the Education Code, which explicitly states that the board of trustees of a school district cannot allocate public money for such transportation. However, there is an exception outlined in subsection (b), which allows for the transportation of students to and from their regular campus or school-sponsored activities.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, if passed. This legislation reflects a growing trend to regulate the use of public resources in relation to electoral processes, ensuring that school districts do not engage in activities that could be perceived as influencing voter turnout or election outcomes.

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