S.B. No. 12 is a legislative bill aimed at reinforcing parental rights in public education, particularly concerning instruction related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social transitioning. The bill introduces new sections to the Education Code, including Section 1.007, which mandates compliance with required policies in public schools, and Section 1.009, which prohibits infringement on parental rights regarding their child's education and medical treatment unless there is a compelling state interest. Additionally, Section 11.005 prohibits school districts from assigning diversity, equity, and inclusion duties to employees, establishing consequences for violations. The bill also prohibits school districts from assisting students with social transitioning, requiring school boards to adopt policies against such actions and mandating investigations into reported violations.

Moreover, the bill enhances parental involvement and transparency in educational processes by establishing grievance procedures for parents, requiring school districts to provide comprehensive information about their child's education, and mandating parental consent for health-related services. It emphasizes the importance of parental engagement in decision-making and prohibits school districts from adopting procedures that prevent employees from notifying parents about their child's health information. The bill also includes provisions for student clubs, requiring parental consent for participation and ensuring compliance certification from school superintendents. The provisions of this Act will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect possible upon a two-thirds legislative vote.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 28, Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 12, Education Code 26)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 28, Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
Engrossed: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 28, Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
House Committee Report: Education Code 11.1518, Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.006, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 28, Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
Enrolled: Education Code 11.1518, Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.006, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 28, Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)