The bill, S.B. No. 2536, amends Section 21.006(i) of the Education Code to enhance the accountability of certain educational administrators regarding the reporting of educator misconduct. Specifically, it establishes that if a superintendent or director fails to file a required report, or if a principal fails to notify a superintendent or director about an educator's criminal record or alleged misconduct, the State Board for Educator Certification can impose an administrative penalty. The bill increases the minimum penalty from $500 to $1,000, while maintaining the maximum penalty at $10,000.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the State Board for Educator Certification cannot renew the certification of any educator who has been subjected to this administrative penalty until the penalty is fully paid. This legislation aims to strengthen the enforcement of reporting requirements and ensure that educators adhere to their responsibilities in reporting misconduct. The provisions of this act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 21.006 (Education Code 21)