Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4458

Caption

Relating to educational options to deal with the impact of statewide school disruptions.

Impact

The introduction of this bill signifies a proactive approach by the Texas legislature to safeguard the educational interests of students during times of crisis. By providing a structured framework for assistance, the bill seeks not only to ensure educational continuity but also to enhance the resilience of the education system against such crises in the future. It allows for the allocation of funds and resources in a manner that targets recovery and improvement in educational quality following disruptive events.

Summary

House Bill 4458 aims to address the challenges faced by students due to statewide school disruptions, such as those caused by disasters. The bill proposes the establishment of various programs to assist students in overcoming educational setbacks, which could include extended instructional time, broadband grants for home access to education, and innovative approaches to curriculum and instruction among others. The overarching goal is to mitigate the negative impacts on student learning times and outcomes that can result from such disruptions.

Contention

One potential point of contention may arise regarding the discretion given to the commissioner in administering these programs, including defining the terms of access and the recovery of funds that are not utilized appropriately. Critics might argue that such authority could lead to inconsistencies in program implementation or inequities in access among different regions of the state. Additionally, discussions around the adequacy of funding and the effectiveness of proposed innovations in curriculum may also become focal points during legislative debates.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB58

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators and assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

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 SB9

Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.

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 SB1474

Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach or provide services related to special education.

TX HB3781

Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach special education.

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 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 SB2

Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented 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 HB681

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.