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HB 1963

Relating to policies and procedures for addressing dating violence in public schools.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Josey Garcia and 2 co-sponsors

Texas bill requiring public schools to establish dating violence prevention policies, staff training, and student support procedures to address teen relationship abuse.

Referred to Public Education
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Bill Summary · HB 1963

Legislative bill overview

HB 1963 requires Texas public schools to establish and implement comprehensive policies and procedures for identifying, preventing, and responding to dating violence among students. The bill mandates training for school personnel, documentation protocols, and support resources for affected students.

Why is this important

Dating violence among teenagers has documented physical and psychological consequences that affect academic performance and long-term wellbeing. Clear school policies create consistent responses across districts and ensure victims have access to support services, while also establishing accountability for how schools handle reports.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and specificity: Questions about whether policies should mandate reporting to law enforcement or allow school discretion, and how to balance student privacy with safety protocols
  • Resource requirements: Implementation costs for staff training, counselor availability, and support programs may strain school budgets, particularly in under-resourced districts
  • Age/grade applicability: Debate over how dating violence definitions apply across elementary, middle, and high school populations and appropriate intervention responses by age group

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

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