TX
Texas House Bill HB2549

Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas House Bill HB2549

Filed
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 

Caption

Relating to the periodic review and revision of college and career readiness standards in public education.

Impact

The implementation of HB2549 could lead to significant shifts in the Texas education system. The bill proposes the establishment of vertical teams tasked with evaluating and recommending updates to the college readiness standards, which can affect curriculum requirements and instructional strategies. This is intended to address potential gaps in student preparation for college-level coursework. The periodic nature of the reviews ensures that educational standards can evolve in response to changing workforce requirements and advancements in teaching methodologies.

Summary

House Bill 2549 aims to enhance the educational framework in Texas by mandating the periodic review and revision of college and career readiness standards within public education. The bill emphasizes the necessity of aligning high school curricula with the expectations of higher education institutions to ensure that graduates are adequately prepared for post-secondary academic challenges. By fostering this alignment, HB2549 seeks to improve educational outcomes for students as they transition from high school to college or career paths.

Contention

Though the bill generally received unanimous support during its passage (with a vote of 147-0 in the House), the process of revising educational standards often brings up concerns about the adequacy of resources for implementing new curriculum requirements and professional development for educators. Critics of similar initiatives in the past have voiced worries about the potential for increased administrative burdens on schools and the need for ongoing support to ensure successful adoption of the revised standards.

Notable_points

Moreover, HB2549 includes provisions for establishing minimum standards for curricula and professional development materials across various subjects, which underscores the state's commitment to enhancing educational quality. The requirement for both the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the commissioner of education to establish review schedules indicates a structured approach to maintaining relevant and current educational standards, which can ultimately lead to improved student readiness for higher education.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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 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 HB4691

Relating to public school accountability, including performance standards and sanctions and public high school graduation requirements.

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 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 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 HB4514

Relating to public school accountability, including the assessment of academic performance, and district and campus performance standards and sanctions.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.