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SB 2852

Relating to the establishment of a bullying prevention pilot program for public schools.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Sarah Eckhardt and 2 co-sponsors

Texas SB 2852 establishes a pilot bullying prevention program in public schools to test anti-bullying interventions through structured, evidence-based practices.

Referred to Education K-16
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Bill Summary · SB 2852

Legislative bill overview

SB 2852 establishes a pilot program within Texas public schools designed to implement anti-bullying prevention initiatives and interventions. The bill appears focused on creating a structured framework for schools to systematically address bullying through evidence-based practices. The legislation is currently in early stages, having been referred to the Education K-16 committee for review.

Why is this important

Bullying remains a documented public health concern affecting student academic performance, mental health, and school safety. Pilot programs allow states to test intervention models on a limited scale before potentially expanding successful approaches statewide, potentially influencing resource allocation and policy in Texas's extensive public school system. The outcomes could inform whether similar programs should be mandated across all districts or expanded based on effectiveness data.

Potential points of contention

  • Program funding and costs – Unclear whether the state will fully fund pilot operations or require local school districts to absorb expenses, which could create resource equity concerns across high-poverty and affluent districts
  • Implementation scope and flexibility – Debate may arise over whether schools have discretion in program design or must follow standardized protocols, affecting local control versus consistency
  • Measurement and accountability – Disagreement could emerge over how success is measured (reported incidents, student surveys, academic outcomes) and what triggers program expansion or discontinuation

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

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