Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2800

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

Caption

Relating to the apprenticeship system of adult career and technology education.

Impact

The implementation of HB2800 is expected to have broad implications on the state's education and workforce systems. By establishing a structured pre-apprenticeship pathway, the bill seeks to align educational outcomes with the demands of the labor market. This shift aims to provide students with practical skills and certifications that are recognized by industry, ultimately leading to better job placements. Importantly, the legislation emphasizes the collaboration of educational institutions and workforce agencies, ensuring that apprenticeship programs meet both educational and employment standards.

Summary

House Bill 2800 addresses the apprenticeship system within adult career and technology education. The bill mandates the Texas Workforce Commission to establish standards and procedures aimed at enhancing apprenticeship training programs. A significant aspect of HB2800 is the introduction of pre-apprenticeship programs targeted at high school students enrolled in career and technical education. This initiative is designed to connect students with high-wage, high-demand job opportunities, thereby improving their employability upon graduation.

Contention

While proponents advocate for the bill's potential to bridge the gap between education and employment, there are points of contention. Critics may argue that the requirement for apprenticeship programs to exclude bargaining agents might limit the representation of workers' interests in the training process. Furthermore, the focus on high-wage occupations may overlook the needs of students who wish to pursue careers in sectors that are vital but perhaps less lucrative. Balancing industry demands with equitable access to training for all students will be crucial in the effective rollout of HB2800.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 133. Apprenticeship System Of Adult Career And Technology Education
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 007
  • Chapter 61. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
    • Section: 8235

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4411

Relating to the apprenticeship system of adult career and technology education.

TX HB4390

Relating to the Texas Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs Grant Program.

TX HB174

Relating to the public school accountability system and the career and technology allotment under the Foundation School Program.

TX HB75

Relating to the public school accountability system and the career and technology allotment under the Foundation School Program.

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 HB651

Relating to the inclusion of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and Leadership Officer Training Corps programs as public school career and technology education programs and the indicator of achievement for military readiness under the public school accountability system.

TX SB1895

Relating to the inclusion of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and Leadership Officer Training Corps programs as public school career and technology education programs and the indicator of achievement for military readiness under the public school accountability system.

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 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.

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