Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1329

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

Caption

Relating to financial reporting by a school district regarding the costs associated with administering certain assessment instruments.

Impact

If enacted, HB1329 would necessitate that school districts incorporate specific financial data into their annual reports. The required disclosures would cover every expense incurred in handling assessment instruments that are not covered by state funding. This includes a comprehensive overview of both direct and indirect costs, promoting accountability and enabling improved decision-making at the district level regarding budgeting and resource allocation. Consequently, districts may need to revisit their financial management practices to comply with the new reporting guidelines.

Summary

House Bill 1329 aims to enhance the financial transparency of school districts in Texas by mandating more detailed financial reporting related to the costs of administering state-required assessment instruments. The bill amends Section 39.083(b) of the Education Code, requiring districts to provide a breakdown of total expenses associated with these assessment activities, including materials, salaries, and operational costs. The intent is to ensure that stakeholders, including taxpayers and educators, have a clear understanding of the financial implications involved in administering assessments.

Contention

Among the notable points of discussion surrounding HB1329 are the implications for school district autonomy and potential administrative burdens. Advocates argue that detailed reporting is essential for transparency and that it will help identify inefficiencies in how assessment costs are managed. Conversely, critics may express concerns over the added complexity and potential costs of implementing these reporting requirements, potentially diverting focus away from educational mission objectives. The balance between transparency and administrative efficiency will likely continue to be a point of contention among legislators and stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2162

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

TX HB1278

Relating to eliminating certain state-required assessment instruments and certain end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law.

TX HB1981

Relating to the administration of assessment instruments to public school students.

TX SB1261

Relating to accelerated instruction provided to public school students who fail to achieve satisfactory performance on certain assessment instruments.

TX HB1416

Relating to accelerated instruction provided to public school students who fail to achieve satisfactory performance on certain assessment instruments.

TX HB21

Relating to the use of interim testing and adaptive, growth-based assessment instruments for certain required assessments of public school students and prohibiting the use of the results of certain required assessments of public school students for certain purposes.

TX HB680

Relating to the use of interim testing and adaptive, growth-based assessment instruments for certain required assessments of public school students and prohibiting the use of the results of certain required assessments of public school students for certain purposes.

TX HB2031

Relating to the assessment of public school students and the provision of accelerated instruction to students who fail to achieve satisfactory performance on certain assessment instruments.

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 HB2817

Relating to establishing a program allowing certain students who are educationally disadvantaged, have a disability, or failed certain assessment instruments to use state money or money the state receives for the purpose from gifts and non-federal grants to pursue certain educational alternatives to public schools.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.