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Texas House Bill HB4452

Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4452

Caption

Relating to the creation of the attendance credit receipts fund.

Impact

The implementation of HB4452 will directly affect the way attendance credits are managed and funded in Texas. By mandating the establishment of a specific fund for attendance credits, the bill addresses the necessity for a dedicated financial resource to support this component of the education system. This change may provide clearer financial oversight and better management of resources allocated to school districts, thereby potentially improving educational opportunities for students across Texas.

Summary

House Bill 4452 aims to establish the Attendance Credit Receipts Fund within the Texas state treasury. This fund is designed to accommodate payments made by school districts for the purchase of attendance credits. The primary purpose of these funds is to support the foundation school program in Texas, ensuring that financial resources are appropriately allocated for educational needs. By creating this fund, the bill seeks to streamline the process of funds handling related to attendance credits and enhance the efficiency of educational funding mechanisms within the state.

Contention

While the summary and intent of HB4452 appear straightforward, there may be underlying debates regarding the adequacy of funding mechanisms for education in Texas. Some legislators and education advocates may question whether the establishment of a new fund adequately resolves existing issues with funding inequities among school districts. There could be concerns about whether this bill will sufficiently address the needs of districts that struggle with low enrollment and consequently require more robust financial support through attendance credits.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB132

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB21

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB4838

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB3028

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX SB2088

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX SB980

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB137

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB83

Relating to a credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB116

Relating to the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, certain allotments under the Foundation School Program, determination of a school district's assets to liabilities ratio under the public school financial accountability rating system, and credit for prepayment of the amount required to be paid by a school district for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

TX HB2378

Relating to an early agreement credit for the purchase of attendance credit under the public school finance system.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.