Schools are meant to be safe learning environments in which all students can get a good education and pursue happiness. Passing this bill will help do that. His mother, Yolanda Padilla, also supported the legislation. As a parent, I constantly worry that because there is no law to stop other students and school staff from discriminating against gay youth, my son's well being is dependent on a handful of staff who are caring and supportive. The proposal was embraced by the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas.
Discrimination is a deep illness in our society.
People develop this harmful trait at an early age. Similar legislation filed by Ehrhardt last session died in committee. E.W. Scripps Publications , All Rights Reserved. Site users are subject to our User Agreement . We also have a Privacy Policy .