Texas House Bill HB1725

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of House Committee: 4/29/09

Caption

Relating to an allotment under the foundation school program for certain students who are military dependents.

Impact

The implementation of HB1725 is expected to have a significant positive impact on school districts that serve military families. By allocating additional funding, districts can enhance programs and services tailored to the unique needs of military-dependent students. This could include tutoring, counseling, and extracurricular activities aimed at easing the transition for these students, who may face additional challenges due to frequent relocations and the nature of their parents' service.

Summary

House Bill 1725 aims to provide financial support to school districts for students who are military dependents. Specifically, the bill proposes an annual allotment of $650 for each student whose parent or guardian is serving on active duty in a combat zone or has had to transfer to a school due to military-related relocations. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to supporting military families and ensuring that their children receive the educational resources they need during transitions caused by service-related movements.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for addressing the needs of military families, concerns may arise regarding the funding limits and the effectiveness of the programs implemented with this additional support. The bill caps the appropriated funding for these allotments at $9.9 million per year, which could limit the number of districts that can fully benefit from this program. Additionally, as more districts may be eligible for funding than the cap allows, a reduction in allotments might be required, potentially causing contention among districts vying for limited resources.