Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB186

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

Caption

Relating to eligible recipients of certain grants awarded by the commissioner of education.

Impact

The implications of SB186 extend to organizations currently providing educational services, particularly nonprofit organizations that may be dependent on state grants to fund comprehensive programs. By restricting grant eligibility, the bill emphasizes the state's commitment to ensuring that educational programs align directly with those offered by district schools, which could lead to shifts in how alternative educational providers operate. The intent is to preserve the integrity and efficacy of regular educational standards that public schools must adhere to.

Summary

SB186 aims to clarify the provisions surrounding grants awarded by the commissioner of education in Texas. The bill seeks to prohibit the commissioner from awarding grants to organizations that provide comprehensive educational programs acting as substitutes for regular educational programs offered by school districts or open-enrollment charter schools. Instead, organizations can only receive grants for the provision of supplemental educational programs, thereby controlling the scope and nature of financial assistance provided to various entities. This amendment is significant as it reinforces the boundaries of what qualifies for grant funding in the realm of education.

Contention

Debates surrounding the bill could center around concerns for educational choice and the ability of nonprofit organizations to effectively contribute to the educational landscape. Proponents of the bill may argue that by eliminating grants for substitute programs, the state can ensure a higher quality standard of education is maintained across the board. However, opponents may raise issues about the loss of supplementary educational resources that nonprofits typically provide, especially in areas that require targeted intervention, such as dropout recovery initiatives. This creates a discussion about balancing state educational standards with the flexibility needed to address diverse student needs.

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 HB272

Relating to the terminology used to refer to certain disabilities and to an individualized education team for purposes of determining a student's eligibility for special education services and providing those services in public schools.

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 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.

TX HB681

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

TX SB1861

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

TX HB11

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.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.