Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 86: Relating to parental rights in public education and prohibiting instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for public school students.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 86 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to parental rights in public education and prohibiting instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for public school students. Primary sponsor: Bob Hall (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2025): Co-author authorized.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Hall | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
| Kevin Sparks | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Co-author authorized
- Referred to Education K-16
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate