H.B. No. 4193 aims to enhance safety and security measures in public schools in Texas by introducing new training requirements for school district personnel and parents of certain students. The bill amends existing provisions in the Education Code to include training on de-escalation techniques for school personnel, ensuring they are equipped to handle student-involved crises effectively. Additionally, it expands the definition of "supplemental special education services" to include crisis intervention training for parents, thereby fostering a collaborative approach to student support.

The bill also mandates the establishment of threat assessment and safe and supportive school teams at each campus, which are responsible for implementing safety programs and reporting their activities. It emphasizes the importance of training provided by the Texas School Safety Center and encourages the formation of incident reduction committees to proactively address potential threats. Key amendments include the addition of procedures for training personnel in de-escalation techniques and the requirement for campuses to have clear reporting procedures for concerning student behavior. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 29.041, Education Code 37.0021 (Education Code 29, Education Code 37)