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Relating to an affirmative defense to an allegation of truant conduct.
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
HB 3165 would make a child’s voluntary absence from their home due to domestic abuse an affirmative defense to a school truancy charge.
Texas Action supports HB 3165 because it would protect the liberty of students who are absent from school due to abuse at home.
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