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Texas Senate Bill SB1852

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1852

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

Caption

Relating to the accreditation of automotive technology courses offered by public schools.

Impact

The implementation of SB1852 is designed to strengthen the technical education framework within public schools. By mandating accreditation, the bill aims to provide students with valuable skills recognized by industry professionals, thereby potentially increasing employment opportunities for graduates. Furthermore, the state will support schools in achieving this accreditation by covering costs associated with required training, equipment upgrades, and application fees, thus making it easier for schools to transition to this new requirement.

Summary

SB1852 focuses on the accreditation of automotive technology courses offered by public schools in Texas. The bill mandates that school districts or open-enrollment charter schools must ensure that any automotive technology course they offer is accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). This accreditation requirement is aimed at enhancing the quality of education in automotive technology, ensuring that students receive training that meets established industry standards. Compliance will involve submitting an application for accreditation and adhering to procedural guidelines determined by the relevant agency and the ASE.

Contention

While the bill is largely viewed as a positive development towards improving automotive education, there could be concerns regarding the financial implications for schools. The requirement for accreditation may place additional administrative burdens on school districts, particularly in terms of the costs and efforts associated with achieving compliance. Schools without the necessary funding might struggle to implement these changes effectively, leading to a disparity in educational quality based on resource availability. Moreover, the timeline for implementation, starting with the 2026-2027 school year, provides a structured approach but may also lead to worries about readiness and the adequacy of preparation time for schools.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 29. Educational Programs
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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.

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 HB1605

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public school foundation curriculum subjects, and the extension of additional state aid to school districts for the provision of certain instructional materials; authorizing a fee.

TX HB100

Relating to public education and public school finance, including the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, contributions by a public school to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and an education savings account program for certain children.

TX SB2565

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public school foundation curriculum subjects, and creating allotments for the procurement of certain instructional materials under the Foundation School Program; authorizing a fee.

TX SB1987

Relating to the accreditation of certain postsecondary educational institutions in this state or of certain programs offered by those institutions.

TX HB1267

Relating to the academic assessment of public school students.

TX HB3011

Relating to the academic assessment of public school students.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.