HB 2861 mandates that school districts without a full-time nurse must implement telehealth services programs for students and employees beginning in the 2029-2030 school year. The services must be free to students and staff but may only be provided to students with parental consent. The bill also establishes a task force to study the implementation of telehealth services in schools, evaluate their availability, and identify needed legal or policy changes. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) must submit a final report by September 1, 2026, including recommendations for legislative action. The task force will expire on September 1, 2029​.