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Abbott I.S.D. approves multiple local-policy revisions including items labeled 'SB 12'
Summary
The board approved a package of local policy revisions covering cell-phone rules, extracurricular absences, UIL/home school access to UIL, library materials, board meeting procedures and several items listed as 'SB 12' related to prohibitions on DEI duties and guidance on 'controversial topics.' The motion passed 7–0.
Agenda Item No. 12 encompassed a batch of local policy changes. The board approved revisions to FNCE (local) — cell phone policy; FM (local) — extracurricular activity absences; FD (local) — UIL/home-school students; EFB (local) — library materials; BE and BED (local) relating to board meetings and public participation; and a group of items referenced as 'SB 12' (prohibit DEI duties; discipline for acts labeled under a 'controversial topics' statute; parent grievance policy; limits on assistance with social transitioning). Lauren Wolf moved the set of revisions; Kris Lowery seconded and the motion passed unanimously 7–0.
The transcript records approval of the listed policy identifiers but does not include the policy text or details of the changes in the provided segments. The action places the listed local policies into effect as approved by the board; for precise language, the district policy packet should be consulted.
