Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 5251: Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments.

In committee Last action April 7, 2025: Referred to Public Education

Plain-language summary

HB 5251 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments. Primary sponsor: Terri Leo-Wilson (Republican), Mihaela Pleșa (Democratic), Hillary Hickland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2025): Referred to Public Education.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Terri Leo-Wilson (Republican); Mihaela Pleșa (Democratic); Hillary Hickland (Republican).