The bill, H.B. No. 3440, proposes the repeal of the authority that allows public schools to exclude certain students from attendance during emergencies or epidemics if they do not have the required immunizations. Specifically, it targets Section 38.001(f) of the Education Code, which currently grants this exclusionary power to schools.

If passed, the bill would take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses of the Texas Legislature. If it does not achieve this majority, the bill will come into effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 38.001 (Education Code 38)