Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

SJR 12: Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education.

Passed one chamber Last action April 17, 2025: Referred to Public Education

Plain-language summary

SJR 12 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas Senate on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education. Primary sponsor: Angela Paxton (Republican), Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Donna Campbell (Republican), Creighton, Flores, Bob Hall (Republican), Hancock, King, Mayes Middleton (Republican), Tan Parker (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 17, 2025): Referred to Public Education.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Angela Paxton (Republican); Paul Bettencourt (Republican); Donna Campbell (Republican); Creighton; and 6 more. 2 co-sponsors.