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HB 3369

Relating to the removal of a spectator of certain school extracurricular athletic activities or competitions.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Terri Leo-Wilson and 1 co-sponsor

HB 3369 authorizes Texas schools to remove disruptive spectators from student athletic events using defined procedures to maintain safe competition environments.

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Bill Summary · HB 3369

Legislative bill overview

HB 3369 establishes procedures for removing spectators from school extracurricular athletic activities and competitions in Texas. The bill likely defines grounds for removal (such as disruptive behavior, profanity, or violence) and outlines the process schools must follow when ejecting attendees from sporting events.

Why is this important

Spectator misconduct at youth sporting events has become increasingly problematic, with incidents of verbal abuse toward athletes, coaches, and officials creating hostile environments. This bill provides schools with legal clarity and standardized procedures to maintain safe, respectful competition spaces while protecting participants and other attendees.

Potential points of contention

  • Vagueness of removal standards: The bill's specific criteria for removal aren't detailed in available summaries, creating questions about whether standards are objective or subjective
  • Due process concerns: Unclear what procedural protections spectators have before or after removal, and whether appeals mechanisms exist
  • Enforcement consistency: Different schools may interpret and apply removal authority inconsistently, potentially leading to disparate treatment based on school resources or administrator discretion

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

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