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Texas House Bill HJR113

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HJR113

Caption

Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to pay at least 50 percent of the cost of maintaining and operating the public school system and prohibiting the comptroller from certifying legislation containing an appropriation for public education unless the requirement is met.

Impact

The amendment has the potential to significantly impact state laws governing public education funding. By establishing a baseline for state financial contribution, it aims to alleviate some financial burdens from local school districts. This could lead to more equitable funding across districts and better support for public schools, particularly those in less affluent areas. However, there are concerns regarding the implications for state budget priorities and flexibility, as increased mandatory funding could limit funds available for other essential services and programs.

Summary

HJR113 proposes a constitutional amendment that mandates the state of Texas to cover at least 50% of the costs associated with maintaining and operating the public school system. Additionally, it stipulates that the comptroller cannot certify any legislation that includes appropriations for public education unless this funding requirement is satisfied. This bill aims to ensure consistent financial support for public education in Texas, which has been a contentious issue among lawmakers and stakeholders alike.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HJR113 include debates over the adequacy of the proposed funding level and the implications of tying state funding requirements to constitutional provisions. Some opponents argue that the amendment could lead to a rigid funding framework that may not adapt well to changing economic conditions or educational needs. Supporters, on the other hand, believe that this amendment is a crucial step toward improving educational outcomes in Texas, emphasizing the necessity of a stable funding source to address the challenges faced by public schools.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HJR76

Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to pay at least 50 percent of the cost of maintaining and operating the public school system and prohibiting the comptroller from certifying legislation containing an appropriation for public education unless the requirement is met.

TX HJR6

Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to pay at least 50 percent of the cost of maintaining and operating the public school system and prohibiting the comptroller from certifying legislation containing an appropriation for public education unless the requirement is met.

TX SJR81

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and certain component institutions of the Texas State University System and repealing the limitation on the allocation to the Texas State Technical College System and its campuses of the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education.

TX HJR33

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for an annual state budget and annual legislative sessions for budget purposes.

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 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 HJR205

Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the imposition of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes on residence homesteads, to increase the rates of state sales and use taxes and dedicate the revenue attributable to that increase for public education, and to establish and prescribe the permissible uses of the homeowner protection fund.

TX HJR182

Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding public free schools and prohibiting certain state regulation regarding private educational settings.

TX HJR170

Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the state school safety fund to provide financial support for projects that enhance the safety of public schools in this state.

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