The bill, H.B. No. 3440, proposes the repeal of the authority to exclude certain students from attending public school during times of emergency or epidemic if they do not have the required immunizations. Specifically, it seeks to remove Section 38.001(f) from the Education Code, which currently allows for such exclusions.

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 the necessary vote is not achieved, the bill would still come into effect on September 1, 2025.

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