Marc and Tonya J. Powers discuss the ongoing legal challenge to Texas Senate Bill 12, which bans DEI programs and restricts discussion of gender identity and sexual orientation in K–12 schools. Tanya explains the court’s delay and compares the case to Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” law, noting potential First Amendment implications and parental opt-in requirements. They highlight the Lieutenant Governor’s stance on parental empowerment, reflect on how the pandemic exposed school curricula to parents, and preview related stories about local health system controversies affecting minors.