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Texas House Bill HB298

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Texas House Bill HB298

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

Caption

Relating to the implementation of an instructionally supportive assessment program and the adoption and administration of assessment instruments in public schools.

Impact

The introduction of HB 298 is expected to fundamentally transform how student assessments are conducted in Texas, replacing older methods with a system designed to provide timely feedback. This initiative aims to benefit students by offering clearer insights into their performance in key subjects, helping educators identify strengths and weaknesses more effectively. The bill outlines specific changes that will enhance transparency and accountability in educational outcomes, thereby aligning with broader goals of improved student performance and graduation readiness.

Summary

House Bill 298 focuses on the implementation of an instructionally supportive assessment program within Texas public schools. The bill mandates the State Board of Education to establish a new assessment framework that emphasizes progress monitoring and aims to be more balanced and streamlined compared to previous systems. Ultimately, the bill seeks to enhance the information available regarding student academic achievement and facilitate a more effective educational environment.

Contention

Despite the anticipated benefits, the bill may face scrutiny regarding its implementation and potential disruptions to existing educational frameworks. Some stakeholders may express concerns about the adequacy of resources for realigning assessment programs and training educative staff accordingly. Moreover, as HB 298 requires schools to adhere to new assessment protocols, there may be apprehensions about the capacity of districts, especially those in underfunded areas, to meet these new standards and expectations initiated under the revised educational regulations.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 39. Public School System Accountability
    • Section: 022
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 029
    • Section: 032
    • Section: 0263

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1962

Relating to public school accountability, including the implementation of an instructionally supportive assessment program and the adoption and administration of assessment instruments in public schools, indicators of achievement and public school performance ratings under the public school accountability system, a grant program for school district local accountability plans, and actions challenging Texas Education Agency decisions related to public school accountability.

TX SB2187

Relating to the administration of assessment instruments to public school students.

TX HB890

Relating to the administration of assessment instruments to public school students.

TX HB4

Relating to the assessment of public school students, public school accountability and actions, and proceedings challenging the operations of the public school system.

TX HB1981

Relating to the administration of assessment instruments to public school students.

TX HB4402

Relating to the administration of certain assessment instruments, the accountability rating system for assessing campus and district performance, public school career and technology education programs, and an extracurricular and cocurricular allotment under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB3796

Relating to public school accountability, including the administration of assessment instruments in public schools, the assignment of public school campus performance ratings, and the creation of the Texas Commission on Public School Assessment and Accountability.

TX HB1267

Relating to the academic assessment of public school students.

TX HB3011

Relating to the academic assessment of public school students.

TX HB509

Relating to the academic assessment of public school students.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.