Texas Senate Bill SB1213

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

• Filed: 2/11/25

Caption

Relating to the establishment of a career and technical education reporting grant program by the Texas Education Agency.

Impact

This legislation is designed to enhance the overall quality of career and technical education in Texas by providing grants to educational institutions. The bill includes provisions for establishing application procedures and eligibility criteria while prioritizing those applications that promise significant positive effects on CTE program outcomes and student preparedness for their future careers. By emphasizing the importance of data reporting, the bill could pave the way for improved alignment between education systems and workforce needs.

Summary

Senate Bill 1213 proposes the establishment of a Career and Technical Education Reporting Grant Program by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The primary aim of the program is to facilitate school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data related to career and technical education (CTE) to improve program effectiveness and student outcomes. The bill outlines the responsibilities of TEA in administering the grant program, specifying the use of funds for various data-related initiatives.

Contention

While the bill holds potential benefits for educational institutions and students, it may also raise concerns about the allocation of state resources and the efficiency of grant administration. There is a possibility of contention among stakeholders regarding the prioritization of grant applications, with some districts potentially feeling disadvantaged in the competitive grant process. Additionally, the overall effectiveness of the program will depend heavily on the ability of schools to implement data collection strategies and integrate these with existing educational management systems.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

• Chapter 29. Educational Programs
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