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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terri Leo-Wilson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Mihaela Pleșa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Hillary Hickland | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 55 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Public Education
- Read first time
- Filed