S.B. No. 1873 amends the Education Code regarding the suspension of students in public schools, specifically addressing in-school and out-of-school suspensions. The bill allows principals or administrators to suspend students for conduct outlined in the student code of conduct, with the notable insertion that students may be "subject to an in-school or out-of-school suspension." The bill establishes that out-of-school suspensions cannot exceed three school days, while in-school suspensions are not subject to any time limit. Additionally, a new provision requires that a school's placement review committee must review a student's in-school suspension at least once every fifteen school days to assess the student's educational progress and determine the appropriateness of continued suspension.

The bill is set to take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect possible if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature. If not, the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025. The changes aim to provide a structured approach to managing student suspensions while ensuring that students' educational needs are regularly evaluated during in-school suspensions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.005 (Education Code 37)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 37.005 (Education Code 37)
Engrossed: Education Code 37.005 (Education Code 37)