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Texas Senate Bill SB59

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB59

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Caption

Relating to the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.

Impact

The proposed changes in SB 59 apply specifically to grants awarded after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. By broadening the eligibility criteria for how grant funds can be used, the legislation seeks to not only foster the development of new courses aimed at preparing students for immediate employment in high-demand sectors but also to ensure that these programs have adequate technological support. This could lead to an increased enrollment in career and technical education programs and, potentially, a more skilled labor force that meets the needs of Texas businesses.

Summary

Senate Bill 59 proposes amendments to the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program, focusing on enhancing funding utilization for career and technical education at various educational institutions, including public junior colleges and charter schools. The bill aims to expand the scope of costs eligible for funding, emphasizing the importance of addressing start-up expenses for new education programs and the incorporation of necessary technology solutions. This reflects a growing recognition of the need to equip students with practical skills for jobs that local businesses identify as being in high demand.

Contention

While the bill reflects an important step toward enhancing technical training opportunities, it may also face scrutiny regarding how increased funding is allocated and monitored. Critics might argue that without proper oversight, there could be misuse or overextension of grants, leading to ineffective program implementations. Additionally, the distribution of funds among various institutions may raise questions about equity, particularly in terms of access to resources across different districts and schools.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 134. Jobs And Education For Texans (jet) Grant Program
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Companion Bills

TX HB322

Identical Relating to the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4131

Relating to the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.

TX HB3781

Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach special education.

TX SB1474

Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach or provide services related to special education.

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 HB8

Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program.

TX HB2615

Relating to the operation by a school district of a foundation and trade diploma program to provide eligible high school students with educational training under a plan for the issuance of a high school diploma and the application of certain student-based allotments under the public school finance system.

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 HB4885

Relating to programs established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.

TX HB100

Relating to public education and public school finance, including the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, contributions by a public school to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and an education savings account program for certain children.

TX SB2539

Relating to the administration, coordination, and support of public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program and an Advanced Career and Education (ACE) scholarship program for students enrolled in dual credit courses.

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