Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB511

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to staff development requirements in public schools.

Impact

By enforcing necessary training on how to accommodate students with disabilities, HB 511 is set to have a positive impact on educational practices state-wide. It encourages a more inclusive educational environment, where the needs of all students are addressed adequately. However, it also places an obligation on school districts to ensure that their training programs are developed thoughtfully, based on consultations with specialized experts. This shift demonstrates a growing recognition of the importance of specialized training in the teaching profession and the need to support educators in this endeavor.

Summary

House Bill 511 aims to amend regulations concerning staff development requirements within public schools in the state of Texas. The bill emphasizes the necessity for educators, especially those who primarily operate outside of special education, to receive training pertinent to the instruction of students with disabilities. Moreover, the bill mandates that school districts consult with experts in development practices for students with disabilities while designing this training, ensuring it is rooted in research-based methodologies. This ensures that all educators are equipped with the necessary skills to cater to diverse learning needs within the classroom setting.

Contention

The discussion surrounding the bill revealed some notable points of contention. Critics raised concerns about the adequacy of funding and resources required to implement these staff development programs effectively. Some stakeholders argued that mandating additional training without guaranteeing necessary financial support could lead to implementation challenges, particularly in underfunded school districts. Additionally, there were apprehensions regarding how the bill would be enforced and monitored, with calls for a framework to ensure compliance and measure the effectiveness of the training provided.

Companion Bills

TX SB451

Identical Relating to staff development requirements in public schools.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.

TX HB498

Relating to policies and procedures for addressing bullying and harassment in public schools.

TX HB4691

Relating to public school accountability, including performance standards and sanctions and public high school graduation requirements.

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 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 HB272

Relating to the terminology used to refer to certain disabilities and to an individualized education team for purposes of determining a student's eligibility for special education services and providing those services in public schools.

TX SB2534

Relating to requiring public schools to designate certain uniform election dates as staff development days.

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 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.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.