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Texas House Bill HB123

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB123

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

Caption

Relating to measures to support kindergarten readiness and early literacy and numeracy skills for public school students, including an early childhood parental support program, and to funding under the Foundation School Program for certain school districts and to support those measures.

Impact

The bill will amend several sections of the Education Code pertaining to early childhood education and the funding framework supporting it. By implementing structured programs aimed at early literacy and numeracy, the bill seeks to ensure that students are better prepared for their educational journey. This can potentially lead to a significant impact on academic outcomes in literacy and mathematics, thereby influencing overall educational attainment metrics in Texas schools.

Summary

House Bill 123 aims to enhance kindergarten readiness and improve early literacy and numeracy skills among public school students. It proposes the establishment of an early childhood parental support program and outlines funding adjustments under the Foundation School Program for specific school districts that implement these measures. A notable aspect of the bill is its focus on evidence-based practices to identify and aid at-risk students in their foundational skills development, which is critical for their future academic success.

Contention

Discussions surrounding HB123 reveal some contention regarding the funding mechanisms and the targeted allocation of resources towards early education. Critics question whether the focus on early literacy interventions and parental support programs will sufficiently address broader issues of educational equity and access. There are also concerns about the adequacy and effectiveness of teacher training programs stipulated by the bill to ensure that all educators are equipped to meet the diverse learning needs of their students.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 12. Charters
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 28. Courses Of Study; Advancement
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 29. Educational Programs
    • Section: 1543

Latest HB123 Activity

Companion Bills

TX SB2252

Identical Relating to measures to support kindergarten readiness and early literacy and numeracy skills for public school students, including an early childhood parental support program and prekindergarten programs in public schools, and to funding under the Foundation School Program for certain school districts and to support those measures.

Similar Bills

TX SB2252

Relating to measures to support kindergarten readiness and early literacy and numeracy skills for public school students, including an early childhood parental support program and prekindergarten programs in public schools, and to funding under the Foundation School Program for certain school districts and to support those measures.

TX HB2162

Relating to reading instruction, assessment instruments, and interventions provided to public school students.

TX HB3583

Relating to reading instruction, assessment instruments, and interventions provided to public school students.

TX HB3906

Relating to the assessment of public school students, including the development and administration of assessment instruments, and technology permitted for use by students.

TX SB1267

Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel.

TX HB3804

Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel.

TX HB1525

Relating to the public school finance system and public education.

NJ S2644

Requires DOE to establish working group on student literacy; mandates universal literacy screenings for kindergarten through grade three students; requires professional development for certain school district employees.