Senate Bill 12 Compliance

Contractor & Vendor Documents

The following documents are provided electronically for contractors, vendors, consultants, service providers, and other persons performing work for Woodson ISD.

SB 12 Compliance Notice

Official Woodson ISD notice concerning prohibited DEI duties under Texas Education Code §11.005.

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Contractor/Vendor Acknowledgment

Notification and acknowledgment form documenting receipt of or access to applicable District policies and procedures.

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SB 12 Contract Provision

Contract language addressing compliance responsibilities, contract action, due process, and contractor certification.

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District Policy & Procedures

The controlling versions of Woodson ISD Board policies are maintained in the District's online Board Policy Manual.

Woodson ISD Board Policy Manual

Access the current District policy manual for applicable policies and procedures.

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Senate Bill 12 Compliance Notice

Prohibition on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Duties

Woodson Independent School District is committed to complying with Senate Bill 12 of the 89th Texas Legislature and Texas Education Code §11.005.

Except as required by state or federal law, Woodson ISD will not assign diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) duties to any person. District employees, contractors, vendors, service providers, volunteers, and other individuals acting at, for, or on behalf of Woodson ISD are prohibited from engaging in DEI duties as defined by Texas Education Code §11.005.

For purposes of this requirement, prohibited DEI duties include those identified in Texas Education Code §11.005, including certain activities involving:

Employment practices based on race, sex, color, or ethnicity, except as necessary to comply with state or federal antidiscrimination law;

Differential treatment or special benefits based on race, color, or ethnicity;

Policies, procedures, training, activities, or programs referencing race, color, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation, except where specifically permitted or required by state or federal law; and

Requiring, soliciting, or giving preferential consideration based upon a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement.

An employee or contractor who intentionally or knowingly engages in prohibited DEI duties, or assigns prohibited DEI duties to another person, may be subject to disciplinary action, including termination of employment or termination of a contract, in accordance with applicable law and Woodson ISD Board Policy.

Affected employees and contractors will be provided appropriate due process and an opportunity to appeal disciplinary or contract actions in accordance with applicable District policies and procedures.

Contractors and Vendors

All contractors, vendors, consultants, and service providers performing services at, for, or on behalf of Woodson ISD are required to comply with Texas Education Code §11.005 and applicable Woodson ISD policies and procedures.

A copy of the District's applicable SB 12 policies and procedures is available electronically through Woodson ISD and will be provided to contractors as required by law.

Questions regarding Woodson ISD's compliance with Senate Bill 12 may be directed to the Superintendent's Office.