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HB 4330

Relating to a public school's cooperation with certain officers engaged in immigration-related duties.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Aicha Davis

Texas HB 4330 mandates public school cooperation with federal immigration enforcement officers performing immigration-related duties on school premises and records.

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Bill Summary · HB 4330

Legislative bill overview

HB 4330 requires public schools in Texas to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement officers performing immigration-related duties. The bill establishes procedures for how schools must interact with immigration authorities and defines the scope of this cooperation.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects school operations, student safety protocols, and the relationship between educational institutions and federal law enforcement. It raises questions about student access to education, parental notification requirements, and school liability in immigration enforcement scenarios.

Potential points of contention

  • Student access and enrollment: Unclear whether cooperation requirements could discourage undocumented students or their families from enrolling or attending school, potentially violating established precedent that K-12 education access cannot be conditioned on immigration status
  • Definition of "cooperation": The bill's scope regarding what cooperation entails (access to facilities, student records, identification of individuals) is not specified in available summaries, creating ambiguity about school obligations
  • Due process and notification: Questions about whether schools must notify parents/guardians before immigration officers access students, and what protections exist for students during any interactions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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