Elections come and go. Political leadership changes. Priorities shift. And with every election cycle comes a new conversation about what the future might look like for our families
Following the 2026 midterms, many parents are wondering what comes next, especially in states like Texas, where parental rights, education transparency, and child protection have been at the center of legislative debates.
Regardless of political affiliation, one thing should remain nonnegotiable: Protecting children and preserving meaningful parental involvement.
At Jaco Booyens Ministries, our mission does not change with an election. But we recognize that leadership changes can bring new legislation, different priorities, and questions about existing protections.
And we believe parents deserve to know what's happening.
WHAT PARENTS SHOULD BE WATCHING
As new legislative priorities emerge, here are five areas we will be monitoring closely:
1. PARENTAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION
Will parents continue to have meaningful access to curriculum, school records, and decisions affecting their children? We will monitor proposed legislation and policies that could strengthen or limit parental involvement.
2. SCHOOL LIBRARIES AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Texas has enacted legislation, including SB 13, addressing school library materials and parental oversight. We will watch how existing protections are implemented and whether future proposals seek to change them.
3. CHILD EXPLOITATION AND ONLINE SAFETY
Grooming, sextortion, trafficking, and AI-generated exploitation are not partisan issues. We will continue advocating for stronger safeguards, accountability, and enforcement to protect children online and offline.
4. STUDENT PRIVACY AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN
From student data and parental notification to special education and protections for children at risk, we will monitor policies that affect children's safety, privacy, and access to support.
5. RELIGIOUS LIBERTY AND FAMILY RIGHTS
We will follow developments involving religious expression, freedom of conscience, and the role of parents in raising their children according to their beliefs.
WHAT CAN PARENTS DO?
You don't need to follow every legislative hearing to make a difference. But you do need to stay engaged.
Know your representatives. Pay attention to who makes decisions at the state and local levels.
Watch your school board. Review agendas, policies, and opportunities for public comment.
Know your rights. Understand existing protections before reacting to proposed changes.
Ask questions. Request transparency and clear answers from elected officials and school administrators.
Stay informed. Rely on verified information rather than headlines or speculation.
Vigilance isn't about fear. It's about being prepared.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU: TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
As mothers, women of faith, and advocates for children, we take this responsibility seriously.
We want parents to know we will watch closely.
Together, we will monitor legislative developments, education policies, parental rights, and child protection measures at both the state and federal levels.
When protections are strengthened, we will tell you.
When proposed changes raise concerns, we will explain why.
When information is incomplete, we will be honest about what we know and what we don't.
And when parents have an opportunity to make their voices heard, we will help them understand how.
Transparency is not just something we expect from elected officials. It is something we owe the families who trust us.
Our commitment is not to a political party. It is to protecting children, strengthening families, and ensuring parents remain informed and involved.
Leadership may change. Our calling does not.
STAY INFORMED. STAY ENGAGED.
Through the JBM Parent Community, we will continue providing legislative updates, child safety resources, and practical guidance to help parents navigate the changes ahead.
Protecting the next generation is a responsibility we all share.
With you,
Summer Elliott & Ilonka Deaton
Jaco Booyens Ministries