TX
Texas House Bill HB1935

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB1935

Filed
 
Out of House Committee
4/20/09  
Voted on by House
5/8/09  
Out of Senate Committee
5/23/09  
Voted on by Senate
5/28/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
6/2/09  

Caption

Relating to the establishment of certain programs to support adult and postsecondary education and workforce development in high-demand occupations and green jobs.

Impact

This bill is expected to positively influence state laws related to education and workforce development. By formalizing a grant program, the bill provides a structured approach to enhancing educational opportunities for certain demographics. Eligible nonprofit organizations will receive funding to implement programs that have proven successful in achieving significant outcomes, such as improved educational persistence and completion rates among participants. The bill emphasizes accountability by requiring organizations to demonstrate their success rates in measures like employment after program completion and overall educational performance.

Summary

House Bill 1935 establishes the Texas Adult Career Education Grant Program aimed at supporting community initiatives that provide postsecondary education to unemployed and underemployed adults. The goal of this program is to help individuals acquire skills necessary for obtaining living-wage jobs in high-demand areas of the local economy. By partnering with public junior colleges and nonprofits, the bill seeks to create pathways for financial independence for participants through education and skill development.

Contention

While supporters hail the bill as a necessary step in addressing unemployment and underemployment in Texas, some may argue about the sustainability of funding and the efficiency of program implementations. Critics could express concern regarding the concentration of funds in certain areas or with specific organizations, which might lead to a disparity in educational access for various communities. Furthermore, the bill’s requirement for nonprofits to have backing from local business leaders might limit opportunities for smaller organizations that do not have such connections, thus raising issues around equitable access to the grant opportunities.

Latest HB1935 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2077

Relating to the establishment of the Building Better Futures Program to support educational and occupational skills training opportunities and support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at public and private institutions of higher education.

TX HB5146

Relating to the establishment of the Building Better Futures Program to support educational and occupational skills training opportunities and support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

TX SB2029

Relating to the administration of the Texas Innovative Adult Career Education (ACE) Grant Program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

TX HB4454

Relating to the administration of the Texas Innovative Adult Career Education (ACE) Grant Program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

TX HB8

Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance 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 HB4131

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

TX SB454

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Emergency Aid for Public Postsecondary Students (TEAPPS) grant program for students at certain public institutions of higher education.

TX HB1755

Relating to the creation of the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund.

Similar Bills

TX SB1313

Relating to the quality and accessibility of public school career and technical education programs and to assistance to students concerning postsecondary education and training.

TX HB5246

Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Texas Space Commission and Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium, to other governmental entities regarding aerospace, aviation, and space exploration initiatives and activities, and to the abolishment of the spaceport trust fund.

TX SB1312

Relating to programs and funding to support adult and postsecondary education and workforce development at public junior colleges and public technical institutes.

TX HB2812

Relating to the curriculum, funding, promotion, and economic impact of career and technology education in public educational institutions.

TX HB3565

Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state.

TX SB2380

Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state.

TX HB819

Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state.

TX HB437

Relating to career and technical education and workforce development grant programs.