Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1868

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

Caption

Relating to a study of funding for school district instructional facilities.

Impact

The findings from this bill could significantly influence future funding policies within the state's education system. By identifying inequities in the funding distribution for instructional facilities, the bill aims to ensure a more equitable approach to educational financing. Moreover, any recommendations for addressing identified disparities would serve as a foundation for legislative adjustments in future appropriations, potentially leading to more balanced resource allocation across school districts.

Summary

House Bill 1868 is focused on the study of funding for school district instructional facilities in Texas. The bill mandates the Texas Education Agency to conduct an extensive study analyzing funding disparities among school districts, with a specific emphasis on those in the highest and lowest property wealth brackets. By examining data from the 1999-2000 to 2017-2018 academic years, the agency will collect various data points, including demographic information and financial metrics pertinent to instructional facilities funding.

Contention

Some notable points of contention may arise regarding how property wealth influences educational funding and whether the current allocation frameworks are fair. Critics might argue that using property wealth as a determinant for funding perpetuates inequality, favoring wealthier districts while leaving less affluent areas struggling for adequate resources. The emphasis on demographic data could also raise questions about the best ways to achieve equity, prompting discussions on how funds are spent and the effectiveness of current instructional facilities in meeting the needs of all students.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB33

Relating to instructional facilities funding for certain open-enrollment charter schools.

TX SB1722

Relating to instructional facilities funding for certain open-enrollment charter schools.

TX HB1572

Relating to instructional facilities funding for certain open-enrollment charter schools.

TX HB1605

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public school foundation curriculum subjects, and the extension of additional state aid to school districts for the provision of certain instructional materials; authorizing a fee.

TX HB38

Relating to the elimination of certain property taxes for school district maintenance and operations and the provision of public education funding by increasing the rates of certain state taxes.

TX SB2

Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented by a school district, a security officer employed by a school district, the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program; making an appropriation.

TX HB13

Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.

TX HB198

Relating to the minimum number of instructional days provided by public schools.

TX HB108

Relating to the minimum number of instructional days provided by public schools.

TX SB2565

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public school foundation curriculum subjects, and creating allotments for the procurement of certain instructional materials under the Foundation School Program; authorizing a fee.

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