Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB1416

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

Caption

Relating to a health coverage or compensation supplementation program for active school employees.

Impact

The bill mandates that state funds be allocated to school districts and educational service centers at a rate of $1,000 per active employee, delivered in equal monthly installments. This financial support aims to enhance the health coverage and compensation options available to active school employees, addressing potential gaps in their existing benefits. Furthermore, any funds distributed through this program are held in trust specifically for the benefit of the employees, ensuring accountability and proper use of the funds.

Summary

House Bill 1416 establishes a health coverage or compensation supplementation program specifically for active school employees in Texas. The bill amends the Insurance Code by adding Chapter 1580, which outlines general provisions, the distribution of state funds, and the management of health coverage for school employees. Notably, the bill provides a structured approach for funding distribution to various educational entities, including school districts and charter schools, based on the number of eligible active employees.

Contention

One of the primary concerns surrounding HB 1416 is the transition of responsibilities from the Texas Education Agency to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas regarding the compensation supplementation program. While proponents argue that this shift will streamline operations and improve health benefits for school employees, critics may raise questions about the efficiency of the transition and the potential risks of centralizing authority over employee benefits. Additionally, although the supplemental compensation provided under this act is designed to be an enhancement, stakeholders have expressed apprehensions about how these changes will be funded sustainably in future fiscal years.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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 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 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 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 SB1781

Relating to health coverage for school district and open-enrollment charter school employees under interlocal contracts.

TX HB4188

Relating to the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

TX SB11

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to the health and safety of public school students and active shooter training for certain peace officers.

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 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

TX SB2117

Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the City of Amarillo Hospital District.

TX HB2770

Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts, port authorities, and certain municipalities.

TX HB4076

Relating to benefits administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

TX SB1302

Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder.

TX HB130

Relating to an enhanced quality full-day prekindergarten program provided by public school districts in conjunction with community providers.

TX SB1389

Relating to remote learning programs provided by school districts and the calculation of average daily attendance in public schools.

TX SB1301

Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder.

TX HB21

Relating to the funding of primary and secondary education.