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Texas House Bill HB3730

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3730

Caption

Relating to the development of a statewide online education and career advising tool and to a study and report on certain courses offered for college credit to public school students.

Impact

The legislation will impact state laws by amending the Texas Education Code to incorporate new sections that delineate the responsibilities for developing this online advising tool. The Texas Education Agency will be tasked with the implementation of the tool, ensuring that it aligns with regional workforce demands and educational requirements. The collaboration with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas Workforce Commission is intended to leverage existing data and expertise to create a robust and informative platform for students, thereby fostering better preparedness for their career choices.

Summary

House Bill 3730 aims to enhance educational and career planning in Texas by establishing a statewide online education and career advising tool. This tool is designed to assist students in making informed decisions regarding their postsecondary education and career paths. It will include features such as a career pathway generator that helps students identify the necessary courses and qualifications needed for their desired careers. Furthermore, the tool will provide information related to local and statewide workforce needs, potential earnings in various careers, and resources available for career training and certification programs.

Contention

Notable points of contention around HB3730 relate to the effectiveness and scope of the online tool. Critics may raise concerns regarding the funding and resources allocated for its development and maintenance. Additionally, there could be discussions about the extent to which the tool will effectively align education with industry needs, ensuring that the system not only serves the purpose of advising students but also significantly contributes to workforce development in Texas. The outcome of the study on courses offered for college credit, which is a component of the bill, will further influence the perception of the bill's significance in enhancing educational quality.

Companion Bills

TX SB1271

Relating to the development of a statewide online education and career advising tool and to a study and report on certain courses offered for college credit to public school students.

Previously Filed As

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 HB4466

Relating to the offering of certain high school courses for which students may earn college credit.

TX HB8

Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program.

TX HB139

Relating to the offering of certain high school courses for which students may earn college credit.

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 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 SB1887

Relating to the requirements for the early college education program and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education.

TX HB2264

Relating to requiring public junior colleges to award course credit to students who hold a Child Development Associate credential.

TX HB4508

Relating to bilingual education in public schools.

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