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Texas Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies

What term is used in the Texas anti-bullying laws?

Bullying. Harassment is defined separately.

Do these laws cover cyberbullying?

No. Although the laws suggest educating students in internet safety, it does not include it as part of a code of conduct.  

What groups are listed under Texas state law?

There are no specific groups listed in Texas anti-bullying laws.

Schools that receive federal funding are required by federal law to address discrimination on a number of different personal characteristics. Find out when bullying may be a civil rights violation.

Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?

Texas does not have a model policy.

Which of the key components can be found in Texas anti-bullying laws and policies?

NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.

What are the Texas state laws that cover bullying?

• Texas Education Code Annotated §25.0342 – Transfer of victims of bullying
• Texas Education Code Annotated §37.001 – Student code of conduct
• Texas Education Code Annotated §37.083a – Discipline management policies; sexual harassment
• Texas Education Code Annotated §37.123 – Disruptive activities
• Texas Education Code Annotated §37.124 – Disruption of classes
• Texas Education Code Annotated §37.217 – Community education relating to internet safety

For More Information

See “Coordinated School Health: Bullying and Cyberbullying” by the Texas Department of Education.

Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).