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Texas House Bill HB2812

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB2812

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

Caption

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

Impact

The proposed legislation aims to significantly impact the Texas education system by promoting career and technology education as a viable pathway for students interested in high-demand occupations. By setting targeted curriculum standards and enhancing funding initiatives, such as the newly proposed Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program, HB2812 is designed to bolster educational programs that prepare students for successful careers post-graduation. The bill is also expected to facilitate partnerships between educational institutions and local businesses, ensuring that training aligns with industry demands.

Summary

House Bill 2812 seeks to enhance the curriculum and resources related to career and technology education within Texas public educational institutions. It establishes the Career and Technology Education Curriculum Evaluation Committee, which includes various educational and workforce stakeholders tasked with advising the State Board of Education. The committee will play a crucial role in defining rigorous standards for career and technology courses, ensuring they align with the needs of both students and industries. Additionally, the bill encourages the designation of dual credit courses that fulfill both secondary and post-secondary educational requirements.

Contention

There may be contention surrounding HB2812 regarding the allocation of resources for career and technical education versus traditional academic programs. Proponents argue that expanding funding for technically focused education is essential to meet job market demands, while opponents may express concerns over diminishing emphasis on general education curricula or the adequacy of funding provided to these programs. As the bill progresses through legislative channels, discussions will likely continue over the implications of prioritizing certain educational pathways over others, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that supports diverse student needs.

Latest HB2812 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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.

TX HB4402

Relating to the administration of certain assessment instruments, the accountability rating system for assessing campus and district performance, public school career and technology education programs, and an extracurricular and cocurricular allotment under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB8

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

TX HB651

Relating to the inclusion of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and Leadership Officer Training Corps programs as public school career and technology education programs and the indicator of achievement for military readiness under the public school accountability system.

TX SB1895

Relating to the inclusion of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and Leadership Officer Training Corps programs as public school career and technology education programs and the indicator of achievement for military readiness under the public school accountability system.

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 HB174

Relating to the public school accountability system and the career and technology allotment under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB75

Relating to the public school accountability system and the career and technology allotment 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.

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 HB4150

Relating to the collection and provision of information concerning public school career and technology education programs.

TX HB2203

Relating to curriculum and end-of-course assessment requirements for high school graduation, including the establishment of a workforce certification program and the elimination of certain tax discounts to fund the program.

TX HB5

Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements; providing a criminal penalty.

TX HB104

Relating to abolishing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and transferring the coordinating board's functions and activities and the State Board of Education's statutorily assigned functions and activities to the Texas Education Agency.

TX SB3

Relating to public high school graduation, including curriculum and assessment requirements for graduation and funding in support of certain curriculum authorized for graduation.

TX SB1618

Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements.

TX HB3417

Relating to high school curriculum and assessment requirements for public school students.