Truancy

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on truancy passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 1 laws related to truancy. These bills were authored by 1 different legislators and address various aspects of truancy policy in Texas.

Did truancy bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Truancy legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most truancy bills?

The leading authors of truancy legislation include Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on truancy issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for truancy legislation?

Among the 1 truancy bills enacted, 0 have critical compliance urgency and 1 have moderate urgency. Businesses should prioritize reviewing high-urgency bills for immediate compliance planning.

What subjects are related to truancy in Texas law?

Truancy legislation frequently overlaps with Dropouts & At-risk Students, Education--primary & Secondary, Education--primary & Secondary--admission & Attendance. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for truancy legislation in Texas?

Yes, 1 of the 1 truancy bills (100%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on truancy policy.

When do Texas truancy laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?

Most Texas legislation takes effect September 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Some truancy bills may have immediate effective dates or delayed implementation schedules. Review individual bills for specific effective dates and compliance deadlines.