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Texas Senate Bill SB2942

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2942

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Caption

Relating to certain charter school programs and students.

Impact

Furthermore, the bill enhances access to adult education programs by adjusting the eligibility criteria for students seeking to earn their high school diplomas. Specifically, it enables individuals aged 18 to 60 who have struggled to meet high school graduation requirements to enroll in adult education programs. This is a response to the needs of older students and those seeking alternative paths to education, promoting greater educational equity. The bill also establishes guidelines for performance metrics, ensuring that accountability frameworks measure academic growth and career readiness, thus aligning educational outcomes with workforce needs.

Summary

SB2942 addresses the operation and funding structures of charter schools and adult education programs in Texas. The bill introduces provisions that grant immunity from liability to charter schools, similar to those already afforded to traditional school districts. This suggests a move to protect the governing members and employees of charter schools from lawsuits, potentially encouraging more organizations to operate charter programs without fear of legal repercussions. This immunity extends to employees and volunteers, which could have significant implications for staffing and community involvement in these educational settings.

Contention

Despite its positive aims, there are points of contention regarding the bill's implications for existing educational structures. Critics may argue that liability protections for charter schools could lead to a lack of accountability and varied quality in educational standards. Additionally, while the bill aims to increase accessibility to educational opportunities, there may be concerns regarding the adequacy of funding and resources for these adult education programs, particularly in underfunded districts. The balance between enhancing educational options and maintaining rigorous standards will be a vital discussion in the bill's legislative journey.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 12. Charters
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 258
    • Section: 260
    • Section: 261
    • Section: 262
    • Section: 263
    • Section: 264
  • Chapter 48. Foundation School Program
    • Section: New Section

Latest TX SB2942 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2032

Relating to adult high school charter school programs.

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 HB5092

Relating to formation, funding, and support of and the applicability of certain laws to charter schools.

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 HB4977

Relating to the operation of open-enrollment charter schools, including enrollment procedures and the applicability of certain laws to open-enrollment charter schools.

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 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 SB472

Relating to the applicability of certain laws to open-enrollment charter schools.

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