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Texas Senate Bill SB877

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB877

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Caption

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

Impact

The bill is poised to impact existing education laws in Texas by introducing a structured mechanism for the oversight of local education agencies. This includes granting the inspector general the authority to conduct civil and administrative investigations, issue subpoenas, and audit educational entities. The result is expected to be a strengthened framework for detecting and addressing issues that compromise the quality and efficiency of public education, paving the way for potentially significant reforms in how educational services are delivered and managed throughout the state.

Summary

SB877 establishes the office of inspector general within the Texas Education Agency. This office is tasked with investigating allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse in public education operations, including school districts and charter schools. The creation of this office aims to enhance accountability within the education sector by providing a dedicated body responsible for overseeing the management of public funds and compliance with applicable laws. It empowers the inspector general to initiate investigations and reviews based on complaints or indications of misconduct, thereby promoting transparency and integrity in public education administration.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB877 may arise from concerns about the extent of the inspector general's powers. Critics might argue that such an office could lead to overreach, affecting local autonomy in education matters. Proponents, on the other hand, advocate that the oversight is necessary to mitigate risks associated with mismanagement and fraud. The extent to which this office might influence local decision-making processes and its implications for the balance of authority between local school boards and state oversight will likely be debated as the bill progresses through the legislative process.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 7. State Organization
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 39. Public School System Accountability
    • Section: New Section

Latest SB877 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1886

Relating to the oversight of public education, including the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency.

TX HB4334

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB933

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB215

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB1862

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX HB4206

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general for education at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education and required reporting on misconduct by employees of certain educational entities; creating a criminal offense; increasing an administrative penalty; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB3617

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general for education at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education and required reporting on misconduct by employees of certain educational entities; creating a criminal offense; increasing an administrative penalty; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX SB1743

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general for education at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education and required reporting on misconduct by employees of certain educational entities; creating a criminal offense; increasing an administrative penalty; authorizing an administrative penalty.

Similar Bills

TX SB215

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX HB1025

Relating to the appointment of an inspector general for education, the creation of a division of inspector general for education in the State Board of Education to investigate public education, and the authority of the commissioner of education to conduct special investigations.

TX HB4334

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB933

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB1862

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.

TX SB1886

Relating to the oversight of public education, including the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency.

TX HB4206

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general for education at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education and required reporting on misconduct by employees of certain educational entities; creating a criminal offense; increasing an administrative penalty; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB3617

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general for education at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education and required reporting on misconduct by employees of certain educational entities; creating a criminal offense; increasing an administrative penalty; authorizing an administrative penalty.