Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2751

Filed
3/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/7/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the inspection of residential and day placement facilities for special education students.

Impact

The passage of SB2751 is expected to create significant changes in the way educational institutions interact with and manage services for special education students. By establishing a framework for inspections, the bill aims to promote accountability among facilities that contract with school districts, ensuring that the services provided are not only compliant with educational regulations but also meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. This could lead to improvements in the quality of care and education that students with disabilities receive in such environments.

Summary

SB2751 aims to enhance the oversight of residential and day placement facilities that provide services to special education students in Texas. The bill proposes guidelines for the inspection of these facilities to ensure that the educational services align with recognized medical standards and best practices for children with disabilities. The implementation of these inspections is set to commence in the 2025-2026 school year, highlighting a proactive approach to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable students.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SB2751 appears to be generally supportive, especially among advocates for special education and disability rights. Many view the bill as a necessary step toward increasing transparency and improving the quality of services provided to students with disabilities. There is a recognition that thorough inspections can lead to better outcomes for these students. However, some concerns have been expressed regarding the readiness of facilities to meet the new standards and the potential financial implications for those facilities that may need to adjust their operations.

Contention

Notable points of contention surround the logistics of enforcing the new inspection requirements and whether existing facilities will be adequately prepared for compliance. Critics may argue about the potential burden this could impose on smaller or underfunded facilities, while supporters counter that the overall goal of ensuring quality education and safety for special needs students outweighs these concerns. The balance between regulatory compliance and the financial impact on facilities serves as a focal point in discussions about the bill.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB50

Relating to foster care placement in and the licensing of certain residential child-care facilities.

TX HB2234

Relating to certain policies and procedures for the placement and use of video cameras in certain classrooms, including classrooms that provide special education services.

TX HB2740

Relating to the inspection of juvenile justice facilities.

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 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 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 HB1323

Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.

TX HB1406

Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.

TX SB455

Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.

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.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.