A Texas lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban "non-human behavior" in public schools. (Getty Images)
Allegations of litter boxes being set up in school bathrooms have repeatedly been debunked by schools across the country in recent years following false claims that circulated online.
Students would also be barred from wearing items that were not designed for human use, including animal ears, whiskers, tails, collars, leashes or other accessories typically used for pets. Fur is also prohibited, but the bill specifies that natural human hair and wigs are not included in the ban on fur.
The legislation would require students to present themselves as humans. They also would not be allowed to start organizations or clubs related to non-human behavior and would be prohibited from promoting the idea that non-human behaviors are socially acceptable.
There are some exceptions to the ban on animal accessories and non-human behaviors, including dressing up for Halloween or other school dress-up events related to human history, although this would be limited to five days per school year, as well as theater performances and dressing up as a school mascot.
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The proposal has the backing of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. (Getty Images)
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"If they’re being distracted by furries, those parents have a right to move their child to a school of their choice," he continued.
Gerdes called his bill "common sense" as he thanked Abbott and Burrows for backing the proposal.
"I’m grateful that our leadership is taking this issue seriously and ensuring that Texas schools remain places of learning, not roleplaying," Gerdes said on X. "This is common sense. Let’s get it passed."
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