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SB571: Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense.

: Paul Bettencourt (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jun 20, 2025
Education
Education--Primary & Secondary
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF
State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
Occupational Regulation
Electronic Information Systems
Labor
Minors
Labor--General
Family
Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
Minors--Health & Safety
Education--Primary & Secondary--General
CHILD ABUSE
Family--Child Protection
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF
EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
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Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense.

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