David's Law Archives - San Antonio Report

After Abbott Vetoes Cyberbullying Bill, Some Worry Forms of Online Harassment Will Continue

by Troy Closson June 19, 2019

The Texas House and Senate passed a bill that would criminalize indirect online harassment and strengthen David’s Law, but Abbott vetoed the measure.

State Sen. José Menéndez (D-San Antonio) speaks to students at Longfellow Middle School in SAISD.

Schools Play Key Role as David’s Law Takes Effect

by Bekah McNeel September 6, 2017January 31, 2020

Mental Health Panel Dissects Legislature’s Successes, Failures

by Roseanna Garza June 21, 2017June 21, 2017

Alamo Heights Junior School.

AHISD Responds to Bullying by Aiming For a ‘Culture of Empathy’

by Bekah McNeel March 9, 2017February 28, 2018

Hannah Martinez, 13, is the victim of a continued cyberbullying attack at Alamo Heights Junior School.

Latest Local Cyberbullying Case Contains Valuable Lessons

by Bekah McNeel March 7, 2017March 13, 2017

Along with Senate Bill 179 (David's Law), State Sen. Menéndez filed Senate Bill 180, 181, and 182 as part of a legislative package to curb cyberbullying. State Rep.Minjarez filed House Bill 306, 305, 304 and 116.

Anti-Cyberbullying Law Filed with Texas Legislature

by Iris Dimmick November 15, 2016November 15, 2016

David Molak's mother Maurine greets friends at the steps of Christ Episcopal Church before the performance honoring her son's 17th birthday.

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle

On his 17th Birthday, Friends and Family Celebrate David’s Legacy

by Nancy Cook-Monroe October 10, 2016January 31, 2020

Violinist Anastasia Parker (right) plays her violin during a performance at Dor?ol Distillery. Photo by Scott Ball.

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle

David Molak’s Birthday Concert to Celebrate Teen’s Life, Benefit Legacy Foundation

by Nancy Cook-Monroe October 7, 2016January 31, 2020

Cliff, Matt, Maurine, and Chris Molak look on as Leo Vasquez reads aloud from abusive messages that were sent to his son, Matt, while he was battling cancer. Photo by Abbey Francis.

Education, Gov & Politics

Molak, Vasquez Families Give Testimonies on Cyberbullying at State Capitol

by Abbey Francis August 23, 2016October 7, 2016

Rap artist Moses Uvere performs for Alamo Heights High School students before a talk about bullying. Photo by Scott Ball.

Education, Gov & Politics

Commentary: School Should Not be Risky for LGB Youth

by Stephen T. Russell, Texas Perspectives August 23, 2016October 7, 2016