Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2210

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

Caption

Relating to inclusion of the United States Space Force in United States military and veteran statutory definitions.

Impact

The implications of HB 2210 are far-reaching for state law, particularly in how educational funding is structured and implemented. If passed, the bill would necessitate a comprehensive recalibration of the state’s budgetary allocations toward education, potentially redistributing funds from wealthier districts to those in greater need. This shift aims to enhance educational outcomes in lower-performing schools, making it a significant change in state educational policy. Proponents of the bill view it as a necessary corrective measure to promote social equity within the educational system.

Summary

House Bill 2210 aims to reform the state’s educational funding system by revising the allocation of resources to public schools. It establishes a new framework for distributing state education funds that prioritizes equitable access to quality education across all districts. The bill proposes to assess funding based on a combination of student performance metrics and local economic conditions, which supporters argue will address longstanding disparities between affluent and underfunded schools. The proposed changes seek to ensure that all students, regardless of their geographic or socioeconomic status, have access to similar educational opportunities.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HB 2210 have been marked by contention, with various stakeholders voicing their opinions on the proposed changes. Advocates for the bill argue that its passage would represent a critical step towards dismantling systemic inequities in education funding. However, opponents raise concerns about the potential backlash from wealthier districts, which may lose funding as a result of the new allocation system. Additionally, some lawmakers express skepticism regarding the efficacy of using performance metrics as a basis for funding, fearing it could lead to unintended consequences that further complicate educational equity issues.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 54. Tuition And Fees
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 136. Texas Innovative Adult Career Education Grant Program
    • Section: New Section

Election Code

  • Chapter 171. Organization
    • Section: New Section

Government Code

  • Chapter 411. Department Of Public Safety Of The State Of Texas
    • Section: 1410
    • Section: 1881
    • Section: 1951

Occupations Code

  • Chapter 1701. Law Enforcement Officers
    • Section: 265
  • Chapter 202. Podiatrists
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 451. Athletic Trainers
    • Section: New Section

Health And Safety Code

  • Chapter 1001. Department Of State Health Services
    • Section: 221
  • Chapter 716. Crematories
    • Section: 001
  • Chapter 773. Emergency Medical Services
    • Section: 050

Local Government Code

  • Chapter 501. Provisions Governing Development Corporations
    • Section: New Section

Human Resources Code

  • Chapter 137. Family Support Services
    • Section: 201

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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