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Texas House Bill HB825

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB825

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Caption

Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency.

Impact

The passage of HB 825 would significantly impact the execution timelines of educational policies within Texas schools. By allowing for a delay in the roll-out of newly adopted rules, the legislation aims to enhance the readiness and compliance of schools before the implementation of measures that could affect their operations. This could lead to improved adherence to state regulations while potentially minimizing confusion and disruption during transitional periods.

Summary

House Bill 825 seeks to amend the Texas Education Code, specifically Section 39.001, by introducing provisions that allow for a delay in the implementation of certain rules adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency. This delay can be up to a school year and is designed to give schools additional time to adapt to new regulations without disruption. Such a change aims to provide a buffer period in which schools can prepare for any newly mandated processes or procedures affecting public school accountability.

Contention

Notably, the bill's provision for delaying implementation might generate discussions among stakeholders, including educators, administrators, and policymakers. While proponents may argue that the extra time is necessary for schools to understand and implement new accountability standards effectively, opponents may express concerns regarding the possible stagnation of educational reforms and the state's ability to enforce timely accountability in the public school system. This divergence of opinion underscores the balance between ensuring compliance with state education policies and the practical realities facing school districts in Texas.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 39. Public School System Accountability
    • Section: New Section

Latest TX HB825 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX HB1121

Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency.

TX HB45

Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency.

TX SB58

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators and assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX SB165

Relating to parental rights in public education and to audits of school district curricula by the Texas Education Agency.

TX HB4188

Relating to the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB11

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX SB9

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX SB1471

Relating to access by the Texas Education Agency and private schools to certain criminal history records.

Similar Bills

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