HB 409 amends Section 37.0021 of the Education Code to strengthen protocols for managing behavioral incidents involving special education students in public schools. Specifically, it enhances reporting and documentation requirements for the use of restraint and mandates post-incident mental and physical health screenings. Schools are required to notify parents or guardians in writing about incidents of restraint, detailing the event, the behavior that prompted it, and any de-escalation attempts. Additionally, the bill requires that post-incident health assessments include both mental and physical evaluations conducted by qualified professionals. Documentation of these measures must be included in the student's special education records. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025, unless enacted with a two-thirds majority, allowing for immediate implementation.