H.B. No. 3369 amends the Education Code to clarify the authority of referees, judges, or other officials at school-sponsored extracurricular athletic activities or competitions regarding the removal of spectators. The bill introduces a new subsection, (a-1), which states that these officials are not required to follow certain existing procedures outlined in Subsections (a)(2)(A) and (a)(2)(B) when ejecting a spectator from an event. This change aims to streamline the process for officials in managing spectator behavior during competitions.

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

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.105 (Education Code 37)
House Committee Report: Education Code 37.105 (Education Code 37)