S.B. No. 2220 aims to enhance regulations regarding the possession, use, or delivery of e-cigarettes by students on or near public school property and during school events. The bill amends the Education Code to require independent school districts to include specific provisions in their student codes of conduct that address the prevention and intervention of e-cigarette-related activities. This includes the addition of guidelines for managing and disciplining students involved in such conduct, as well as ensuring that the code of conduct is prominently displayed and accessible.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that if a school administrator or law enforcement officer observes a student using or possessing an e-cigarette, they are authorized to confiscate the device and notify local law enforcement of the violation. The bill also specifies that these changes will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year, with provisions for immediate effect if passed by a two-thirds majority in both houses of the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.001, Education Code 37.105, Education Code 38.006 (Education Code 38, Education Code 37)