SECTION 153.1251. Notice of Placement on Registry

(a) The person's name will be added to the registry of persons not eligible for employment in Texas public schools, in accordance with Texas Education Code, §22.092(c)(5), if the commissioner of education determines in a final order that the person:

(1) abused or otherwise committed an unlawful act with a student or minor; or

(2) was involved in a romantic relationship with or solicited or engaged in sexual contact with a student or minor.

(b) If known, the Texas Education Agency staff shall notify the employing school district of the commissioner's final order placing the person's name to the registry of persons not eligible for employment in public schools.

(c) Public and private schools in Texas and nonprofit teacher organizations may request access to search the registry of persons not eligible for employment in public schools.

Source Note: The provisions of this §153.1251 adopted to be effective December 31, 2019, 44 TexReg 8307; amended to be effective January 25, 2022, 47 TexReg 152