According to the Legislative Budget Board (LBB), SB 112 does not have any fiscal implications for the State of Texas. The bill’s provisions—enhancing parental access to student records and requiring written parental consent for certain assessments—do not create additional costs for state agencies, as they primarily modify existing administrative procedures rather than requiring new programs or expenditures.

For local school districts, the bill is also expected to have no significant fiscal impact. Schools are already required to maintain student records and provide parental access under existing laws, meaning that compliance with the expanded provisions should not incur substantial additional administrative costs. While there may be minor operational adjustments, such as updated consent procedures for student well-being surveys or psychological assessments, these are expected to be absorbed within current school budgets.

Overall, SB 112 does not impose new financial burdens on the state or local governments, making it fiscally neutral while reinforcing parental rights in education.

SB 112 reinforces parental rights in public education by ensuring that parents have complete access to their child’s records—both written and electronic—and by mandating written parental consent before schools administer student well-being questionnaires, healthcare screening forms, or psychological assessments. The bill addresses concerns from parents who have reported difficulty accessing school records, despite existing laws that entitle them to this information.

By expanding parental oversight, SB 112 aligns with principles of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and limited government. The bill ensures that decisions regarding a child's psychological and behavioral evaluations remain in the hands of parents rather than school administrators. It does not impose any fiscal burden on the state or local school districts, making it a low-cost policy shift that enhances transparency and parental involvement.

SB 112 also maintains exceptions for state and federal laws governing special education, ensuring that the bill does not interfere with legally required services for students with special needs. Given its focus on empowering parents, increasing transparency, and limiting government overreach into family decisions, Texas Policy Research recommends that lawmakers vote YES on SB 112.