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HB 30 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 31 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 57 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to civics instruction in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 153 87-0 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the inclusion of instruction regarding culturally inclusive curriculum reflecting the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of society. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 278 87-0 (2021) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to the appointment of an individual to a school district board of managers by the commissioner of education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 351 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to air filtration efficiency standards at certain educational and child care facilities. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee
HB 370 87-0 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 378 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to eliminating certain state-required end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 411 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Julie Relating to the terminology used to refer to an individualized education program team. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Received from the House
HB 518 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding recommended standards for school district facility maintenance and custodial services. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 572 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of students enrolled in a dropout recovery school as students at risk of dropping out of school for purposes of compensatory, intensive, and accelerated instruction and to a study by the Texas Education Agency on competency-based educational programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 589 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 605 87-0 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 742 87-0 (2021) Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al. Relating to procedures for the alternative assessment of certain public school students that receive special education services and alternative accountability plans for certain campuses serving students that receive special education services. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 759 87-0 (2021) Author: Harless, Sam Relating to the operation of threat assessment teams in public schools and the establishment of a student threat assessment database; creating a criminal offense. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 764 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the academic assessment of public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 812 87-0 (2021) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the use of interim testing and adaptive, growth-based assessment instruments for certain required assessments of public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 823 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the inclusion of chronically absent students as students at risk of dropping out of school and the collection and reporting of data regarding those students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 855 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to a joint study and report by the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding the transition of public school students with disabilities to higher education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 898 87-0 (2021) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to an interagency grant program to support and sustain the operations of community recovery organizations. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 958 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to the allocation and deposit of certain surplus state revenue to the property tax relief fund for use in reducing school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee
HB 1032 87-0 (2021) Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to authorizing school districts to provide funding using money received under the Foundation School Program to community-based organizations for purposes of reimbursing private employers for paid internships provided to certain students in career and technology education programs in the district. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1132 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to the information maintained by the Texas Education Agency regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 1194 87-0 (2021) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to requiring a school district or open-enrollment charter school to report data regarding certain disciplinary or law enforcement actions taken against students. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1247 87-0 (2021) Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the development of and report on a tri-agency work-based learning strategic framework by the Texas Workforce Commission, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1482 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 1525 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the public school finance system and public education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 1542 87-0 (2021) Author: Gates, Gary | et. al. Relating to the reporting of certain information on career and technology education in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1740 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1744 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al. Relating to measures to prepare students to teach bilingual education, English as a second language, or Spanish. House: Public Education Received from the House
HB 1746 87-0 (2021) Author: Bailes, Ernest Relating to the management and operation of open-enrollment charter schools, including certain contracts involving management and operation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1867 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1942 87-0 (2021) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al. Relating to the adult high school charter school program. House: Public Education Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2069 87-0 (2021) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to the prevention of discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2258 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al. Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of high-quality bilingual education. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2287 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to data collection and receipt of certain reports by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2453 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the issuance of Family First specialty license plates. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2497 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and duties of the Texas 1836 Project. House: State Affairs
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2605 87-0 (2021) Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al. Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2662 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the elimination of certain regulations waived during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2734 87-0 (2021) Author: Tinderholt, Tony Relating to the limitation on administration and use of certain assessment instruments in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2767 87-0 (2021) Author: Rogers, Glenn Relating to a study on the equity gap in the accessibility of dual credit courses to public high school students. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 2800 87-0 (2021) Author: Dean, Jay | et. al. Relating to the limitation on administration and use of certain assessment instruments in public schools. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2954 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention grant program for certain public elementary schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3204 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the methods to achieve a college, career, or military outcomes bonus under the Foundation School Program. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3210 87-0 (2021) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to eliminating certain state-required assessment instruments and certain end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3261 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the electronic administration of certain required assessment instruments, measures to support Internet connectivity for purposes of those assessment instruments, the adoption and administration of certain optional interim assessment instruments, the review and use of the instructional materials and technology allotment, and requests for production of instructional materials. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3270 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to public school organization, accountability, and fiscal management. House: Public Education Returned to committee
HB 3298 87-0 (2021) Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to computer science and technology education, training, and curriculum. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3300 87-0 (2021) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to certain school district staff development requirements and including certain information regarding substance abuse and suicidal tendencies in the essential knowledge and skills of the public school health curriculum. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3332 87-0 (2021) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to a study on the gap in student grade point averages resulting from the accessibility of dual credit courses to public high school students. House: Public Education No action taken in committee
HB 3406 87-0 (2021) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al. Relating to the creation of a mobile Internet access hotspot grant program to provide grants to facilitate distance learning for public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3430 87-0 (2021) Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a grant program for school districts or open-enrollment charter school campuses that are designated as full-service community schools. House: Public Education Postponed
HB 3446 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to a required training course for persons serving as special education representatives and hearing officers at impartial due process hearings or as facilitators for individualized education program facilitation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3485 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al. Relating to information reported through the Public Education Information Management System and to parents regarding disciplinary measures used by a school district. House: Public Education Received from the House
HB 3489 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to development of guidelines for the use of digital devices in public schools and a school district or open-enrollment charter school policy for the effective integration of those devices. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3493 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services. House: Human Services Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3557 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Ken | et. al. Relating to allowing parents and guardians to elect for a student to repeat or retake a course or grade. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3591 87-0 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al. Relating to the creation of a high-speed Internet access grant program to facilitate instruction and learning for public school students. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3643 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Virtual Education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3667 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3668 87-0 (2021) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al. Relating to the administration of assessment instruments in public schools, eliminating the requirement to use public school assessment instruments as a criterion for promotion or graduation, and the temporary suspension of certain accountability determinations for a school district or campus in a school year in which the operations of the district or campus are disrupted as a result of a declared disaster. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3676 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to eliminating certain state-required end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law and eliminating graduation requirements based on satisfactory performance on certain end-of-course assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3767 87-0 (2021) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to measures to support the alignment of education and workforce development in the state with state workforce needs, including the establishment of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3805 87-0 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the costs of expansion of open-enrollment charter schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3837 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3870 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to the program requiring dyslexia screening and testing in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3879 87-0 (2021) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to corporal punishment in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3880 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to a student's eligibility for special education services provided by a school district, including services for dyslexia and related disorders. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
House appoints conferees-reported
HB 3889 87-0 (2021) Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the cost for certain public school students of a broadband Internet access program offered by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 3894 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al. Relating to the creation by the Texas Workforce Commission of a program to assist with transitioning certain workers to clean energy jobs. House: International Relations & Economic Development Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 3932 87-0 (2021) Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the State Advisory Council on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3991 87-0 (2021) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al. Relating to measures to assist small and rural school districts in implementing a collegiate model and expanding broadband access, including the establishment of the Rural Schools and Communities Technical Assistance Center and a grant program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4064 87-0 (2021) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to policies and procedures for addressing bullying and harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 4091 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to a student experience study for public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4096 87-0 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the development of model data-sharing agreements for sharing certain student information between public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 4098 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for educational materials purchased by a teacher. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4109 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to Texas Workforce Commission workforce counselors to provide public school students with career counseling. House: International Relations & Economic Development Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 4112 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to funding for the provision of meals to public school students with insufficient balances on prepaid meal cards or meal accounts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4117 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to providing high-quality tutoring services to public school students, including the creation of the Texas Tutor Corps program, the establishment of a COVID-19 learning loss and student acceleration pilot program, and the use of the compensatory education allotment for tutoring services programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4226 87-0 (2021) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to the statewide plan for student mental health. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4249 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to training requirements for public school board of trustees members and superintendents regarding the adoption of a trauma-informed school standard. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4262 87-0 (2021) Author: Morales Shaw, Penny Relating to the inclusion of certain chronically absent students as students at risk of dropping out of school and the collection and reporting of data regarding those students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4273 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to reporting requirements by the Texas Education Agency and certain school districts and open-enrollment charter schools regarding student attendance during a declared disaster. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4283 87-0 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to a reduction of the amount by which a school district with high enrollment of educationally disadvantaged students or students of limited English proficiency must reduce the district's local revenue levels in excess of entitlement under the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4291 87-0 (2021) Author: Wilson, Terry M. Relating to the career and technology education allotment. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4334 87-0 (2021) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to the provision of information regarding certain public assistance programs by public schools. House: Public Education Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4391 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to the implementation of student and family engagement plans by school districts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4394 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to plans by a school district or open-enrollment charter school for mitigating student learning loss due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4399 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to the reporting of certain instructional procedures adopted by public schools due to the coronavirus disease pandemic. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4465 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to grants and federal disaster relief funds available to school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and regional education service centers to provide services to students after a disaster in the state of Texas. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 4547 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a Texas school accountability Internet website; posting of accountability information; release of distinction designations. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4571 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disabilities coordinating council. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 27 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al. Relating to the state online learning system; changing a fee. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 79 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to a report by a school authority of a communicable disease during a declared state of disaster. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 174 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the inclusion of American principles, including social injustice and civil rights concepts, in the public school curriculum and instructional materials and in training materials and resources for use by school districts. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 179 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 193 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to an audit by the Texas Education Agency of public school professional development training requirements. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 215 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 229 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to civics instruction in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 260 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to the administration of assessment instruments in public schools and eliminating the requirement to use public school assessment instruments as a criterion for promotion or graduation or to make certain accountability determinations. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 406 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to training requirements for public school board of trustees members and superintendents regarding the adoption of a trauma-informed school standard. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 560 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of high-quality bilingual education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 636 87-0 (2021) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al. Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized
SB 663 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to the development of and report on a tri-agency work-based learning strategic framework by the Texas Workforce Commission, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 788 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to the development of model data-sharing agreements for sharing certain student information between public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 801 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the development of an agriculture education program for public elementary schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 920 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to data collection by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services regarding the task force's duties and requiring the Texas Education Agency to report on mental health services provided to public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 936 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to requiring a school district or open-enrollment charter school to report data regarding restraints administered to, complaints filed against, citations issued to, and arrests made of students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 980 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al. Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention program for certain public elementary school campuses. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 1063 87-0 (2021) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Ken
Relating to courses in personal financial literacy & economics for high school students in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1074 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to positive behavior plans of school districts, development of positive behavior best practices by the Texas Education Agency, and reporting of disproportionate discretionary disciplinary action by school districts. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1108 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to the terminology used to refer to an individualized education program team. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1123 87-0 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Krause, Matt
Relating to the issuance of Family First specialty license plates. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1171 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the electronic administration of certain required assessment instruments, measures to support Internet connectivity for purposes of those assessment instruments, and the adoption and administration of certain optional interim assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1194 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to academic accountability ratings for certain school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and contracted entities that offer full-time online programs through the state virtual school network and revocation of approval to operate or contract to operate those programs. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1220 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to an application for the establishment of a new open-enrollment charter school campus or site. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1267 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1306 87-0 (2021) Author: Blanco, César Relating to the creation of a COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force and state agency response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1356 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the participation by members of nonprofit teacher organizations in a tutoring program for public school students and related retirement benefits for certain tutors participating in the program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1365 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to public school organization, accountability, and fiscal management. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1527 87-0 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to measures to assist small and rural school districts in implementing a collegiate model and expanding broadband access, including the establishment of the Rural Schools and Communities Technical Assistance Center and a grant program. Senate: Education Placed on intent calendar
SB 1536 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the public school finance system. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1615 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the adult high school charter school program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
SB 1622 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to measures to support the alignment of education and workforce development in the state with state workforce needs, including the establishment of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative. Senate: Higher Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1693 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al. Relating to the program requiring dyslexia screening and testing in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1695 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to online courses and programs offered by a public school, including courses and programs offered through the state virtual school network. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1696 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to establishing a system for the sharing of information regarding cyber attacks or other cybersecurity incidents occurring in schools in this state. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1697 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela
Sponsor: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to allowing parents and guardians to elect for a student to repeat or retake a course or grade. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1702 87-0 (2021) Author: Blanco, César Relating to course requirements for public high school students and a requirement to collect and report information regarding endorsements earned by public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1716 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to a supplemental special education services and instructional materials program for certain public school students receiving special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1740 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the inclusion of civics education in public schools, including continuing education requirements on civics education for certain classroom teachers. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 1785 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to grants available to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to provide services to students after a disaster in the state of Texas; an adjustment to prevent generational educational decline under the public school finance system; and ensure maintenance of effort. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1799 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the creation of a broadband Internet connectivity and broadband access grant program to facilitate instruction and learning for public school students. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1831 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the punishment for trafficking of persons, online solicitation of a minor, and prostitution and to the dissemination of certain information, including the required posting of certain signs, regarding human trafficking; increasing criminal penalties; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Education
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1855 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to a survey developed and administered by the Texas Education Agency prior to assessment instruments. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1862 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to the creation of a task force by the commissioner of education on students residing in temporary living arrangements. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1888 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of certain programs to facilitate early high school graduation and enrollment at public institutions of higher education and to the repeal of the Early High School Graduation Scholarship program. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 1896 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1966 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1969 87-0 (2021) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to state fiscal matters related to public education. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1979 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to reporting and disseminating information regarding public school disciplinary actions. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2023 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al. Relating to providing high-quality tutoring services to public school students, including the creation of the Texas Tutor Corps program, and the use of the compensatory education allotment for certain tutoring services programs. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2026 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to instruction on informed American patriotism in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2044 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the State Advisory Council on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2050 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to bullying and cyberbullying in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 2053 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2061 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to information on and requirements for certain courses and educational programs offered in public schools, including courses offered through the state virtual school network. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2065 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to emergent bilingual students and increasing the expenditure requirement for the bilingual education allotment. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2066 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to emergent bilingual students in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 2082 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the provision of information regarding certain public assistance programs by public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2112 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a reduction of the amount by which a school district with high enrollment of educationally disadvantaged students or students of limited English proficiency must reduce the district's local revenue levels in excess of entitlement under the public school finance system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2158 87-0 (2021) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to provide identification kits to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for distribution to the parent or legal custodian of certain students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 83 87-1 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency. Filed
HB 137 87-1 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
SB 3 87-1 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to certain curriculum in public schools, including certain instructional requirements and prohibitions. Senate: State Affairs Reported engrossed
SB 48 87-1 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. Filed
HB 5 87-2 (2021) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 11 87-2 (2021) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al. Relating to the reduction of the amount of a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that may be imposed by a school district on the residence homestead of an individual who is elderly or disabled to reflect any reduction from the preceding tax year in the district's maximum compressed rate and to the protection of school districts against the resulting loss in local revenue. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 186 87-2 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 189 87-2 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the academic assessment of public school students. Filed
HB 239 87-2 (2021) Author: Frank, James B. | et. al. Relating to a temporary reduction in the maximum compressed tax rate of a school district; making an appropriation. Filed
SB 3 87-2 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to civics training programs for certain public school social studies teachers and principals, parental access to certain learning management systems, and certain curriculum in public schools, including certain instructional requirements and prohibitions. House: Public Education
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 11 87-2 (2021) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al. Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations. Senate: Finance Co-author authorized
SB 12 87-2 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to the reduction of the amount of a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that may be imposed by a school district on the residence homestead of an individual who is elderly or disabled to reflect any reduction from the preceding tax year in the district's maximum compressed rate and to the protection of school districts against the resulting loss in local revenue. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
SB 47 87-2 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. Filed
SJR 15 87-2 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appropriation of certain surplus state revenue for the purpose of reducing school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes. Filed
HB 108 87-3 (2021) Author: Frank, James B. Relating to a temporary reduction in the maximum compressed tax rate of a school district; making an appropriation. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 131 87-3 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to providing accelerated instruction for certain public school students, a substitute teacher grant program, the calculation of average daily attendance of public school students, and an accelerated learning and sustainment allotment under the foundation school program. Filed
HB 140 87-3 (2021) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to the Texas Leading on Opportunity, Investment, and Economic Stimulus Through Aid and Relief (LONESTAR) Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021; making appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 143 87-3 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the academic assessment of public school students. Filed
SB 8 87-3 (2021) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 3 86-0 (2019) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to public school finance and public education; creating a criminal offense; authorizing the imposition of a fee. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 12 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al. Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services. House: Human Services Received from the House
HB 18 86-0 (2019) Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel. House: Public Health
Senate: Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 55 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to requiring the reporting of certain information regarding prekindergarten programs provided by or on behalf of school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 89 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 99 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 108 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to establishing a pilot program under which public schools may use a digital portfolio method to assess student performance in grades three through eight for purposes of accountability and qualification for promotion. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 142 86-0 (2019) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to a notice of educational rights for certain student evaluations. House: Public Education Received from the House
HB 202 86-0 (2019) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating educationally disadvantaged students and students of limited English proficiency in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 228 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to accountability and standards for districts of innovation. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 391 86-0 (2019) Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to student access to public school instructional materials and technology. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 420 86-0 (2019) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to corporal punishment in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 429 86-0 (2019) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the state virtual school network and a study on digital learning. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 455 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to policies on the recess period in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 496 86-0 (2019) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to traumatic injury response protocol and the use of bleeding control stations in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 507 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James Relating to a task force to coordinate and make recommendations on parent engagement and education programs provided by state agencies. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 513 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a pilot program for the distribution of certain contraceptives in participating public school districts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 525 86-0 (2019) Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al. Relating to the limitation on administration and use of certain assessment instruments in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 548 86-0 (2019) Author: Canales, Terry
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to reporting certain information through the Public Education Information Management System. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 571 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to rules and policies of the Texas Education Agency regarding public involvement, complaints, negotiated rulemaking, alternative dispute resolution, and advisory committees. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 662 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to the recovery of overallocated state funds by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 671 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to secondary-level assessment of public school students. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 677 86-0 (2019) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the use of individual graduation committees and other alternative methods to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 684 86-0 (2019) Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the care of students with seizure disorders and the training requirements for certain school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 851 86-0 (2019) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the use of individual graduation committees and other alternative methods to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements. House: Public Education Laid on the table subject to call
HB 875 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma | et. al. Relating to requiring a school district or open-enrollment charter school to report data regarding restraints administered to, complaints filed against, citations issued to, and arrests made of students. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1064 86-0 (2019) Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to designating May 4 as Texas Firefighters Day. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1069 86-0 (2019) Author: Price, Four | et. al. Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1093 86-0 (2019) Author: Moody, Joe | et. al. Relating to the limitation period for filing a complaint and requesting a special education impartial due process hearing. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1103 86-0 (2019) Author: Price, Four Relating to the composition of the statewide health coordinating council. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1199 86-0 (2019) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to public school compliance with dyslexia screening and testing requirements and the reporting of information regarding the number of students who are at risk for or who have dyslexia or a related disorder. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1295 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services
HB 1413 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the language acquisition of children eight years of age or younger who are deaf or hard of hearing. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1416 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to requirements for building construction contracts entered into by public school districts. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1427 86-0 (2019) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1453 86-0 (2019) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to special education-related requirements, including the provision of certain services, the composition of the State Board for Educator Certification, and certain educator requirements. House: Public Education Recommitted to committee
HB 1469 86-0 (2019) Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al. Relating to certain public school workforce training programs funded by the skills development fund and to authorizing school districts to reimburse under the Foundation School Program private employers for paid internships provided to certain students in career and technology education programs in the district. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1472 86-0 (2019) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to certain public school workforce training programs funded by the skills development fund. House: International Relations & Economic Development Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 1480 86-0 (2019) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to assessment of public school students, providing accelerated instruction, appropriately crediting certain student performance, and eliminating requirements based on performance on certain assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1623 86-0 (2019) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to training for public school personnel to identify and intervene if a student suffers from behavioral health issues. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1680 86-0 (2019) Author: Paddie, Chris Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 1698 86-0 (2019) Author: Leman, Ben Relating to the regulation of residential treatment centers. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services
HB 1709 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the appointment of a surrogate parent for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1906 86-0 (2019) Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to procedures for the alternative assessment of certain public school students that receive special education services and alternative accountability plans for certain campuses serving students that receive special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 2013 86-0 (2019) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 2183 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to school district and open-enrollment charter school reporting of certain releases of a student to the student's parent after school-initiated communication. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2194 86-0 (2019) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to the translation of certain informational materials regarding the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2325 86-0 (2019) Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to information and communication of governmental and other entities regarding disasters and health and human services. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2416 86-0 (2019) Author: Frullo, John | et. al. Relating to the administration by the Texas Workforce Commission of a workforce diploma pilot program. House: International Relations & Economic Development Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2424 86-0 (2019) Author: Ashby, Trent
Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of a micro-credential certification program for public school educator continuing education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2555 86-0 (2019) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to guidelines for policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2572 86-0 (2019) Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al. Relating to eliminating the state-required assessment instrument in social studies and the United States history end-of-course assessment instrument and to establishing a pilot program to develop a portfolio method to assess student performance in those courses. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2616 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to Texas Community Schools. House: Public Education Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2690 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to provide to a school district certain information used in determining academic accountability ratings for the district. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2691 86-0 (2019) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al. Relating to restricting the use of personally identifiable student information by an operator of a website, online service, online application, or mobile application used for a school purpose and providing an exemption from certain restrictions for a national assessment provider. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 2706 86-0 (2019) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to authorized investments for governmental entities and a study of the investment and management of funds by public schools. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2738 86-0 (2019) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al. Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting the misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating criminal offenses. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2776 86-0 (2019) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to requiring an open-enrollment charter school to prepare an informed choice report containing certain information about the school. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2824 86-0 (2019) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to the pilot program for assessing public school students in writing under an alternative method. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2848 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al. Relating to the review under the Texas Sunset Act of the Texas Education Agency's functions relating to special education services. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2890 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Julie Relating to the terminology used to refer to an individualized education program team. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2934 86-0 (2019) Author: Zwiener, Erin Relating to the assessment of public school students in writing under an alternative method. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2935 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2983 86-0 (2019) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 2991 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to the use of disciplinary alternatives to suspension by a school district and the creation of the restorative justice coordinating council. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2995 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for educational materials purchased by a teacher. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HB 2997 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to suicide prevention training for certain public school employees and public school mental health related programs and the applicability of related immunity provisions. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2999 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James Relating to air filtration efficiency standards at certain educational and child care facilities. House: Environmental Regulation Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3000 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to student data security in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3007 86-0 (2019) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to provide to a school district certain information used in determining academic accountability ratings for the district. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3009 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to civics instruction in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3015 86-0 (2019) Author: Talarico, James | et. al. Relating to educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates. House: Corrections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3037 86-0 (2019) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to the creation of a task force to study the segregation of public school students with disabilities from other public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3046 86-0 (2019) Author: Pacheco, Leo Relating to eliminating the requirement to use public school assessment instruments as a criterion for promotion or graduation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3053 86-0 (2019) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3055 86-0 (2019) Author: Frullo, John Relating to a study of costs associated with dual credit courses offered at public high schools. House: Higher Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3237 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary Relating to a temporary suspension of accountability sanctions for public schools and to studies on accountability assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3290 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to the adoption of special threat response policies by school districts and special threat response policies and protocols by law enforcement agencies with jurisdiction in school districts and of standard terminology for special threat response by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3328 86-0 (2019) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to eliminating certain state-required assessment instruments and certain end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3489 86-0 (2019) Author: Cole, Sheryl Relating to the establishment of a task force on sex-based harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3551 86-0 (2019) Author: Sheffield, J. D. Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3565 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state. House: International Relations & Economic Development Left pending in committee
HB 3618 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to eliminating certain state-required end-of-course assessment instruments not required by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3710 86-0 (2019) Author: Bell, Keith | et. al. Relating to providing school districts electronic tutorials for certain end-of-course assessment instruments required for graduation. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3818 86-0 (2019) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the establishment of the work-based learning task force. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3819 86-0 (2019) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the alignment of courses between educational entities in this state. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 3906 86-0 (2019) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the assessment of public school students, including the development and administration of assessment instruments, and technology permitted for use by students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 3941 86-0 (2019) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to online adult high school diploma programs. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3977 86-0 (2019) Author: Leach, Jeff Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating a criminal offense. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4000 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to a study conducted by the Legislative Budget Board on the impact of federal educational mandates on school districts. House: Appropriations Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4004 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to a study on improving educational outcomes for public school students of limited English proficiency. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4062 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to the salary paid to certain public school teachers, the creation of certain teacher designations, and allotments for certain educators under the Foundation School Program; authorizing the imposition of a fee. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4096 86-0 (2019) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding recommended standards for school district facility maintenance and custodial services. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4126 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a required training course for persons serving as special education representatives and hearing officers at impartial due process hearings. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4186 86-0 (2019) Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al. Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a framework to incorporate digital teaching and learning in public schools. House: Public Education Received from the House
HB 4197 86-0 (2019) Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding a school district's use of state and local funds. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4242 86-0 (2019) Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al. Relating to the consideration of reading level in the adoption of certain assessment instruments and associated student performance levels and to the temporary suspension of accountability sanctions for public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 4282 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency of career and technology education programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4283 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the authority of the commissioner of education to create career and technical credentials and certificates that may be earned through a career and technology education program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4284 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the requirement that the Texas Workforce Commission provide certain employment information for secondary school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4334 86-0 (2019) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4388 86-0 (2019) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the management of the permanent school fund by the School Land Board and the State Board of Education and a study regarding distributions from the permanent school fund to the available school fund. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4414 86-0 (2019) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to identification and development of mental health resources for students. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4578 86-0 (2019) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the inclusion of instruction regarding culturally inclusive curriculum reflecting the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of society. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 4591 86-0 (2019) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to eliminating state-required assessment instruments and certain end-of-course assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4613 86-0 (2019) Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al. Relating to the waiving academic assessment and testing for children in special education services. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 4625 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
SB 4 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to public school finance and public education. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 11 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to policies, procedures, and measures for school safety and mental health promotion in public schools and the creation of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 54 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: González, Mary
Relating to a study regarding the appropriate methods and standards to evaluate certain students participating in regional day school programs for the deaf. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 96 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to limiting certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades to assessments required by federal law. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 136 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the public school finance system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 139 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to a notice of educational rights for certain student evaluations. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 213 86-0 (2019) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the use of individual graduation committees and other alternative methods to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
SB 304 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to reporting and disseminating information regarding public school disciplinary actions. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 329 86-0 (2019) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al. Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
SB 331 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
SB 364 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to policies on the recess period in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 426 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 501 86-0 (2019) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to a study of costs associated with dual credit courses offered at public high schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 508 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the development of a statewide online education and career advising tool and the establishment of a grant program to reimburse private employers for paid internships provided to certain public school students in career and technology education programs. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 619 86-0 (2019) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 781 86-0 (2019) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 837 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to establishing a pilot program under which public schools may use a digital portfolio method to assess student performance in grades three through eight for purposes of accountability and qualification for promotion. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 856 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 863 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to a study of costs associated with dual credit courses offered at public high schools. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 869 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to guidelines for policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 895 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the language acquisition of children eight years of age or younger who are deaf or hard of hearing. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 913 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 933 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1015 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to an ongoing review of the public school finance system by the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1016 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Sponsor: Bernal, Diego
Relating to an audit by the Texas Education Agency of public school professional development training requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1032 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the right of a parent of a public school student to request that the student receive instruction or an assessment instrument in a printed format. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1044 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to training requirements for public school nurses and certain other school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1055 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Frullo, John | et. al.
Relating to the administration by the Texas Workforce Commission of a workforce diploma pilot program. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1256 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting the misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating criminal offenses. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1277 86-0 (2019) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to guidelines for the proper care and display of the United States and Texas flags by public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1297 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly
Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the adoption of uniform general conditions for building construction contracts entered into by school districts and the composition of the committee that reviews uniform general conditions. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1314 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a periodic study on participation of public schools in a federal lunch program, to school district grace period policies, and to the provision of meals to certain public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1355 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the work-based learning task force. House: Public Education
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Public Education
SB 1453 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the use of calculator applications in place of graphing calculators in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1454 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the ownership, sale, lease, and disposition of property and management of assets of an open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1455 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al. Relating to the state virtual school network; changing a fee. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 1517 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the designation of a public high school by the Texas Education Agency as an early college high school. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1557 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Bernal, Diego
Relating to military-connected students, including providing a designation for certain school district campuses that take actions to assist those students. House: Public Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
SB 1560 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating students with disabilities in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1561 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to positive behavior plans of school districts, development of positive behavior best practices by the Texas Education Agency, and reporting of disproportionate discretionary disciplinary action by school districts. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1563 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to identification and development of mental health resources for students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1600 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the resignation or termination or nonrenewal of the contract of a superintendent of a school district. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1724 86-0 (2019) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to certain public school workforce training programs funded by the skills development fund. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1759 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to an individualized education program and transition planning for a public school student enrolled in a special education program. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1777 86-0 (2019) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al. Relating to the United States history end-of-course assessment instrument for public high school students. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 1814 86-0 (2019) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to providing temporary support services for certain public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1849 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to public school safety measures, access to mental health professionals in public schools and during certain emergencies, access to criminal history and mental health records, and access to firearms; requiring a certificate for employment as a school behavioral counselor; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1989 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of restraint, seclusion, and time-out in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2042 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat
Sponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency of career and technology education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2075 86-0 (2019) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Sponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to public school compliance with dyslexia screening, reading instrument requirements, and a requirement that a school district notify certain parents or guardians of a program providing students with reading disabilities the ability to borrow audiobooks free of charge. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 2108 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the training and responsibilities of certain educational entities that have certain responsibilities regarding public school oversight. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2117 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Sponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to approval of school district and charter school partnerships to operate school district campuses and programs and to eligibility for state funding. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 2151 86-0 (2019) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Diabetes Council and the state plan for diabetes and obesity treatment and education. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 2180 86-0 (2019) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the technology applications curriculum and the establishment of a computer science strategic advisory committee to increase computer science instruction and participation in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2225 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2244 86-0 (2019) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the state virtual school network and a study on digital learning. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 2311 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2314 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to the ownership, sale, lease, and disposition of property and management of assets of an open-enrollment charter school. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2335 86-0 (2019) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to reporting on and the enforcement of the use of E-cigarettes on school campuses Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2339 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to the requirements for an application for or a request for the revision of a charter for an open-enrollment charter school. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2380 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee
SB 2399 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the appointment of a surrogate parent for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2401 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to the administration of state assessments. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2431 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a framework to incorporate digital teaching and learning in public schools. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2441 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to increasing the state sales and use tax rate, and requiring a reduction in school maintenance and operation ad valorem taxes; making and appropriation; increasing the rate of a tax. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
HB 11 85-0 (2017) Author: Price, Four | et. al. Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 21 85-0 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the funding of primary and secondary education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 39 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies; authorizing a fee. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 136 85-0 (2017) Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to inclusion of career and technology education in the mission of public education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 156 85-0 (2017) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to establishing a pilot program in designated public high schools in certain municipalities for placement of students in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs as an alternative to placement in disciplinary or juvenile justice alternative education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 171 85-0 (2017) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to certain facilities transactions between school districts and charter schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 175 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating students of limited English proficiency in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 184 85-0 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 186 85-0 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al. Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating educationally disadvantaged students and students of limited English proficiency in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 278 85-0 (2017) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the task force on asylum-seeking children. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 331 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to the prosecution of the offense of indecency with a child and the duty of certain professionals to report that offense and to instruction in school districts regarding consent in sexual relationships. House: Public Education Referred directly to s/c on Educator Quality by chair
HB 363 85-0 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to a prohibition of a monitoring system performance indicator based on the number or percentage of students receiving special education services. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 404 85-0 (2017) Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al. Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 481 85-0 (2017) Author: King, Ken Relating to the recovery of overallocated state funds by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Received from the House
HB 515 85-0 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to assessment of public school students and providing accelerated instruction and eliminating performance requirements based on performance on certain assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 546 85-0 (2017) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to limiting certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades to assessments required by federal law. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 553 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 713 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene | et. al. Relating to a prohibition of a monitoring system performance indicator based solely on the number or percentage of students receiving special education services. House: Public Education Laid on the table subject to call
HB 729 85-0 (2017) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to instruction in positive character traits in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 941 85-0 (2017) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a pilot program for the distribution of certain contraceptives in participating public school districts. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 988 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to establishing a pilot program under which public schools may develop a portfolio method to assess student performance in grades three through eight for purposes of accountability and qualification for promotion. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 989 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to establishing a pilot program under which public schools may develop a portfolio method to assess secondary-level student performance for purposes of accountability and qualification for graduation. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1033 85-0 (2017) Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al. Relating to a federal waiver to exempt public school students with significant cognitive disabilities from annual assessment requirements imposed by federal law. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 1042 85-0 (2017) Author: Blanco, César Relating to student access to public school instructional materials and technology. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 1076 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the mandatory spinal screening of public and private school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1191 85-0 (2017) Author: Bell, Cecil Relating to secondary-level assessment of public school students and the use of individual graduation committees to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1333 85-0 (2017) Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al. Relating to public school accountability, including assessment of students and appraisal of teachers. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1335 85-0 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program for certain children with special needs and other educational disadvantages. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1342 85-0 (2017) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to child sexual abuse prevention training for public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1474 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1485 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to academic freedom for public school teachers providing science instruction. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1593 85-0 (2017) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the engagement strategies included in a school district's family engagement plan. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1638 85-0 (2017) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to statewide goals for dual credit programs provided by school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1732 85-0 (2017) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to requiring a school district or open-enrollment charter school to report data regarding restraints administered to, complaints filed against, citations issued to, and arrests made of students. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Left pending in committee
HB 1799 85-0 (2017) Author: Dale, Tony | et. al. Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating a criminal offense. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1868 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to a study of funding for school district instructional facilities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1886 85-0 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to dyslexia screening and testing in public schools, the employment of dyslexia specialists by regional education service centers, the development of a list of training opportunities for educators regarding dyslexia, and transition planning for students enrolled in a special education program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1949 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to establishing a pilot program in designated public high schools in certain municipalities for placement of students in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs as an alternative to placement in disciplinary or juvenile justice alternative education programs. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
HB 2010 85-0 (2017) Author: Bonnen, Greg
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to providing workplace safety training information for use in the public school curriculum. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2130 85-0 (2017) Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.
Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Education Agency regarding the statewide assessment program in relation to students in special education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2223 85-0 (2017) Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to developmental coursework offered by public institutions of higher education under the Texas Success Initiative. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 2246 85-0 (2017) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2247 85-0 (2017) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al. Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2249 85-0 (2017) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al. Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and immunization exemption information and reports. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2256 85-0 (2017) Author: King, Ken Relating to the authority of the governor to transfer to the Texas Education Agency for prekindergarten programs amounts appropriated to trusteed programs in the office of the governor. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee
HB 2258 85-0 (2017) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2282 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to a gold standard full-day prekindergarten program provided by public school districts and the elimination of the high school allotment under the Foundation School Program. House: Public Education No action taken in committee
HB 2302 85-0 (2017) Author: Blanco, César | et. al. Relating to providing an opportunity for public high school students in grades 10 through 12 to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test or an alternative vocational aptitude test. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2447 85-0 (2017) Author: Price, Four Relating to the composition of the statewide health coordinating council. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2519 85-0 (2017) Author: Stucky, Lynn | et. al. Relating to a study on dropout prevention and recovery before the ninth grade. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2616 85-0 (2017) Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al. Relating to the discipline and behavior management of a student enrolled in a grade level below grade three at a school district or open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2709 85-0 (2017) Author: Tinderholt, Tony Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Education Agency on the financial costs of providing educational services to persons who are not lawfully present in the United States. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2729 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to an inventory of credentials and certificates that may be earned by a public high school student through a career and technology education program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2730 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the authority of the commissioner of education to create career and technical credentials and certificates that may be earned through a career and technology education program and to a study to identify unmet needs in career and technology education programs. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2767 85-0 (2017) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al. Relating to the implementation of certain rules regarding public school accountability adopted by the commissioner of education or the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2884 85-0 (2017) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to policies on the recess period in public schools. House: Public Education Returned to Calendars Committee
HB 2897 85-0 (2017) Author: Price, Four Relating to the mental health first aid program training and reporting. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2904 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the memorandum of understanding among certain agencies to coordinate services provided to persons needing multiagency services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2937 85-0 (2017) Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program under which a licensed hospital may offer dual credit courses to public high school students. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3104 85-0 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to the assessment of public school students in writing and English language arts. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3209 85-0 (2017) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to the consideration for public school accountability purposes of certain students participating in regional day school programs for the deaf. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3253 85-0 (2017) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to language acquisition for children less than eight years of age who are deaf or hard of hearing. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3318 85-0 (2017) Author: Gooden, Lance Relating to public access to local innovation plans adopted by school districts of innovation. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3375 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to biennial projections of an equivalent equalized wealth level and equalized funding elements. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3381 85-0 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to Texas Military Heroes Day in public schools. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3427 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the state virtual school network and a study on digital learning. House: Public Education No action taken in committee
HB 3434 85-0 (2017) Author: Koop, Linda | et. al. Relating to relating to requirements for building construction contracts entered into by public school districts. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3437 85-0 (2017) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to a notice of educational rights and recovery by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools of costs for certain student evaluations. House: Public Education Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3531 85-0 (2017) Author: Ashby, Trent Relating to state fiscal matters related to public education; authorizing a fee. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 3599 85-0 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to parental rights and information regarding certain intervention strategies used with public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3606 85-0 (2017) Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al. Relating to a report regarding certain health and safety information prepared by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3615 85-0 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the ownership, sale, lease, and disposition of property and management of assets of an open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3716 85-0 (2017) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to reports of physical fitness assessment results provided by school districts to the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3730 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to the development of a statewide online education and career advising tool and to a study and report on certain courses offered for college credit to public school students. House: Public Education No action taken in committee
HB 3815 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to rules and policies of the Texas Education Agency regarding public involvement, complaints, negotiated rulemaking, alternative dispute resolution, and advisory committees. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3850 85-0 (2017) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to state fiscal matters; authorizing a fee. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 3887 85-0 (2017) Author: Coleman, Garnet
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to trauma training for public school personnel. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 4142 85-0 (2017) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to certain requirements of counties and other governmental entities regarding behavioral health. House: County Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4193 85-0 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron Relating to the establishment of a credit account program for students with disabilities. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 4226 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Tomas Relating to the operation of the special education continuing advisory committee. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4228 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James Relating to a memorandum of understanding between certain state agencies related to training of employees and contractors who provide certain services to children and families. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services
SB 61 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 160 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of a monitoring system performance indicator based solely on the number or percentage of students receiving special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 192 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to a comprehensive review by the Texas Education Agency of weights, allotments, and adjustments under the public school finance system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 193 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to Texas community schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 200 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna
Sponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to public access to boundary, financial, and tax rate information of certain political subdivisions. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 214 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to a prohibition of a monitoring system performance indicator based on the number or percentage of students receiving special education services. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 215 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to limiting certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades to assessments required by federal law. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 354 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to language acquisition for children less than eight years of age who are deaf or hard of hearing. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 370 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to the discipline and behavior management of a student enrolled in a grade level below grade three at a school district or open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 423 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating educationally disadvantaged students and students of limited English proficiency in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 436 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José
Sponsor: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to the operation of the special education continuing advisory committee. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 490 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to school counselors in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 574 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the expansion of applied workforce learning opportunities in this state, including through the establishment of the Texas Industry Internship Challenge. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 615 85-0 (2017) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to requirements regarding assessment instruments required for public high school graduation and the use of individual graduation committees to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 653 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Van
Sponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the eligibility of certain employees or annuitants convicted of certain felony offenses. House: General Investigating & Ethics
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 672 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the collection and publication of the number of security personnel or commissioned peace officers employed by each school district and assigned to each district campus. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 677 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 687 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the collection and use of certain information relating to child abuse and neglect and the provision of prevention and early intervention services; creating an offense. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
1 hr. notice-for reconsideration
SB 704 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the public school finance system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 765 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to providing the financial cost incurred by the Texas Education Agency as a result of providing educational services to persons who are not lawfully present in the United States. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 810 85-0 (2017) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to the purchase and use of open educational resources. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 927 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to a special education recovery program operated by the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1010 85-0 (2017) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and immunization exemption information and reports. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1038 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to evaluation of public schools based on academic achievement and financial resources. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1091 85-0 (2017) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to limitations on courses that may be offered for dual credit by school districts and public institutions of higher education. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 1116 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating students with disabilities in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1122 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Sponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1153 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to parental rights and information regarding certain intervention strategies used with public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1200 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to guidelines for the proper care and display of the United States and Texas flags by public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1220 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Sponsor: Vo, Hubert
Relating to ensuring continuity of education and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth. House: Human Services
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1271 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the development of a statewide online education and career advising tool and to a study and report on certain courses offered for college credit to public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1398 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the placement and use of video cameras in certain self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1566 85-0 (2017) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: King, Ken
Relating to certain powers and duties of the board of trustees of an independent school district and the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school and to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1658 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the ownership, sale, lease, and disposition of property and management of assets of an open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1686 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to coordinated health programs for public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1688 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1689 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to confidential mental health screenings for students in public primary and secondary schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1692 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the creation of a nutrition education task force. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1696 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to federal lunch programs for public school students, including a study on participation in such programs and school district lunch grace period policies. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1699 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a model framework to address certain barriers to student learning. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1801 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to reporting and disseminating information regarding public school disciplinary actions. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1839 85-0 (2017) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Koop, Linda
Relating to the preparation, certification, and classification of and professional development for public school educators. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1843 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna
Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to providing an opportunity for public high school students in grades 10 through 12 to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test or an alternative vocational aptitude test. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
SB 1852 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to a study on dropout prevention and recovery before the ninth grade. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1873 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to a report regarding certain health and safety information prepared by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1886 85-0 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the oversight of public education, including the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 1890 85-0 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1891 85-0 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to a general employment review of persons who apply to school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and certain independent contractors for employment involving direct contact with students or children; providing a civil penalty. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1901 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to Texas Military Heroes Day in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
SB 1903 85-0 (2017) Author: West, Royce Relating to statewide goals for dual credit programs provided by school districts. Senate: Education Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2049 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the adoption and administration of certain assessment instruments in primary and secondary education. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 2078 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the duties of school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas School Safety Center regarding multihazard emergency operations plans and other school safety measures. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Senate appoints conferees-reported
SB 2113 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to conduct a study regarding school district consolidation in Cameron County. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2145 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al. Relating to the public school finance system. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 2177 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to transition planning for a public school student enrolled in a special education program. Senate: Education Referred to Education
HB 21 85-1 (2017) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to public school finance, including funding for the recruitment and retention of teachers and the support of participants in the public school employees group insurance program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 24 85-1 (2017) Author: Darby, Drew | et. al. Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools; making an appropriation. House: Appropriations Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 30 85-1 (2017) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the transfer of certain appropriations to the Texas Education Agency and the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and the adjustment of appropriations for public school finance. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 52 85-1 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to the establishment of an individualized education plan account program for certain children with disabilities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 121 85-1 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to a study regarding the costs of educating educationally disadvantaged students and students of limited English proficiency in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 173 85-1 (2017) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 180 85-1 (2017) Author: Shine, Hugh Relating to public access to boundary, financial, and tax rate information of certain political subdivisions. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 253 85-1 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to public school finance, including the establishment of a tax credit scholarship and educational expense assistance program. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 258 85-1 (2017) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 320 85-1 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al. Relating to the establishment of an education enhancement program for students with certain disabilities. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 355 85-1 (2017) Author: White, James Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
SB 2 85-1 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the establishment of an education enhancement program for students with certain disabilities. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 19 85-1 (2017) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to an appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund to decrease participants' health insurance costs for certain health benefit plans administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
SB 40 85-1 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al. Relating to the public school finance system. Filed
SB 84 85-1 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the oversight of public education, including the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency. Filed
HB 4 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to prekindergarten, including a high quality prekindergarten grant program provided by public school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 7 84-0 (2015) Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to certain fiscal matters affecting governmental entities; reducing or affecting the amounts or rates of certain taxes, assessments, surcharges, and fees. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 10 84-0 (2015) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to certain criminal and civil consequences of trafficking of persons, compelling prostitution, and certain other related criminal offenses; to the prevention, prosecution, and punishment of those offenses, and to compensation paid to victims of those offenses. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 43 84-0 (2015) Author: González, Mary Relating to the creation of a task force to evaluate state assessment instruments administered to public school students with significant cognitive disabilities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 70 84-0 (2015) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to prevention of discrimination and harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 345 84-0 (2015) Author: González, Mary Relating to the creation of a task force to study the standards of the Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test administered to bilingual educators in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 356 84-0 (2015) Author: González, Mary Relating to a federal waiver to exempt public school students with significant cognitive disabilities from annual assessment requirements imposed by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 505 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of limitations on the number of dual credit courses or hours in which a public high school student may enroll. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 617 84-0 (2015) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to the establishment of the office of early learning within the Texas Education Agency. Filed
HB 676 84-0 (2015) Author: Longoria, Oscar Relating to School Bus Safety Week in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 726 84-0 (2015) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to outreach materials to foster awareness of recent public school curriculum changes. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 741 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 742 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to eliminating the state-required assessment instrument in social studies administered to public school students in eighth grade. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 743 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum and to certain assessment instruments for public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 774 84-0 (2015) Author: González, Mary Relating to eliminating certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 807 84-0 (2015) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Placed on General State Calendar
HB 959 84-0 (2015) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to limiting certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades to assessments required by federal law. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1100 84-0 (2015) Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al. Relating to a gold standard full-day prekindergarten program provided by public school districts. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1142 84-0 (2015) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to the establishment of a workgroup to examine the implementation of dating violence awareness and education programs in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1162 84-0 (2015) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to eliminating satisfactory performance requirements for public school end-of-course assessment instruments as a criterion for promotion or graduation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1164 84-0 (2015) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to conduct a study to develop a writing assessment method for public school students and establish a pilot program to administer the assessment method developed. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1347 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a study on the performance and operations of public schools that operate on a year-round system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1359 84-0 (2015) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to procedures involving truancy and other fine-only misdemeanors committed by children. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Left pending in committee
HB 1365 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to procedures involving truancy and other fine-only misdemeanors committed by children. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
HB 1414 84-0 (2015) Author: Smith, Wayne Relating to a prohibition of restrictions on the grade levels at which a public high school student may be eligible to enroll in a dual credit course. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1430 84-0 (2015) Author: King, Susan Lewis
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the inclusion of mental health in the public services endorsement on a public school diploma and in information about health science career pathways. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1468 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the assessment of fourth and seventh grade public school students in writing and English language arts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1469 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to the assessment of public school students in writing and English language arts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1474 84-0 (2015) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the placement of money in the state instructional materials fund and payment of the instructional materials allotment. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1613 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the alignment of college readiness standards and expectations and essential knowledge and skills and the use to satisfy requirements concerning high school end-of-course assessment instruments of performance demonstrating satisfaction of certain college readiness benchmarks on certain assessment instruments designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 1706 84-0 (2015) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Burton, Konni
Relating to reducing paperwork and duplicate reports required of a school district. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1763 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and to the abolition of the State Board for Educator Certification and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Education Agency; providing for the ad valorem tax rate to be imposed after annexation of an insolvent or inoperative school district. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1765 84-0 (2015) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the Texas Education Agency developing a strategic plan to increase enrollment in state prekindergarten programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1786 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the transfer of driver and traffic safety education from the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Public Safety to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; changing the amounts of certain fees. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1796 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al. Relating to public school choice, including school campus information, student transfers, the public education grant program, and the transportation allotment. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1802 84-0 (2015) Author: King, Ken Relating to providing public school students tutorials through the state virtual school network for end-of-course assessment instruments required for graduation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1807 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to maintain an inventory of postsecondary educational programs and services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 1809 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services
HB 1820 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to a prescription drug misuse awareness component of the health curriculum used in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1868 84-0 (2015) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum and to certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments for public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1891 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to Texas community schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 1892 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a Texas community school grant program. House: Public Education Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 2086 84-0 (2015) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to health and physical education requirements in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2093 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to a study on the cost of a moratorium on administering certain assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2195 84-0 (2015) Author: Anderson, Rodney Relating to the administration of college preparation assessment instruments to public school students at state cost. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2247 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to a determination of school district transportation costs and a modification of the transportation allotment under the foundation school program on the basis of those costs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2285 84-0 (2015) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to requiring a school district to report data regarding citations issued to and arrests made of students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2349 84-0 (2015) Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to public school assessment, performance standards, and course requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2398 84-0 (2015) Author: White, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to court jurisdiction and procedures relating to truancy; establishing judicial donation trust funds; providing criminal penalties; imposing a court cost. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2421 84-0 (2015) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to a study and report on early childhood education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2474 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al. Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and immunization exemption information and reports. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2482 84-0 (2015) Author: Blanco, César Relating to the validity, reliability, and design of certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments for public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2510 84-0 (2015) Author: Price, Four | et. al. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of State Health Services, the provision of health services in this state, and the regulation of certain health-related occupations and activities. House: Human Services Recommitted to committee
HB 2671 84-0 (2015) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to penalties for certain criminal offenses regarding operating a motor vehicle; imposing a fee and changing a surcharge. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2804 84-0 (2015) Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to evaluation of public school performance. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 2863 84-0 (2015) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2885 84-0 (2015) Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al. Relating to requiring a school district to report data regarding restraints administered to, sanctions imposed on, complaints filed against, citations issued to, and arrests made of students. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2997 84-0 (2015) Author: Frank, James Relating to the creation of an Internet website clearinghouse for school districts to post information to comply with publication requirements. House: Government Transparency & Operation Left pending in committee
HB 3123 84-0 (2015) Author: Price, Four
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3201 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to a federal waiver to allow the Texas Education Agency to administer annual assessment instruments based on modified achievement standards for certain public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3241 84-0 (2015) Author: Price, Four | et. al. Relating to state agency contracting; creating an offense. House: State Affairs Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3260 84-0 (2015) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to a study and report regarding the use of open-source instructional materials at public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3278 84-0 (2015) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to measures to support public school student academic achievement and career preparation, including measures to improve and support dual-credit courses. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3294 84-0 (2015) Author: Burkett, Cindy Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission. House: Economic & Small Business Development Left pending in committee
HB 3328 84-0 (2015) Author: Otto, John Relating to certain state fiscal matters. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee
HB 3341 84-0 (2015) Author: Peña, Gilbert | et. al. Relating to a requirement that school district superintendents report information relating to the use of restraints against students and student arrests; creating a criminal offense. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3671 84-0 (2015) Author: Walle, Armando | et. al. Relating to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3887 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the establishment of the office of early learning within the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3896 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to student access to public school instructional materials and technology. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3992 84-0 (2015) Author: Farney, Marsha Relating to the Texas School Accountability Dashboard. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HR 3425 84-0 (2015) Author: Price, Four Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3123. Reason for vote recorded in Journal
SB 13 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Relating to measures to support public school student academic achievement and high school, college, and career preparation, including measures to improve and support dual credit courses, the development of public outreach materials, and the development of postsecondary education and career counseling academies. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 20 84-0 (2015) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting. House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 36 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to maintain an inventory of postsecondary educational programs and services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
SB 38 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 106 84-0 (2015) Author: Whitmire, John | et. al. Relating to court jurisdiction and procedures relating to truancy; providing criminal penalties; imposing a court cost. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Criminal Justice
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 176 84-0 (2015) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the Texas School Accountability Dashboard. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 208 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
SB 214 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and to the abolition of the State Board for Educator Certification and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Education Agency; providing for the ad valorem tax rate to be imposed after annexation of an insolvent or inoperative school district. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 215 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al. Relating to the transfer of driver and traffic safety education from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; changing the amounts of certain fees. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 309 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to public access to boundary, financial, and tax rate information of certain political subdivisions. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 312 84-0 (2015) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to a required report made to a public school student, parent, and teacher regarding the student's performance on certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 313 84-0 (2015) Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum, the administration of and reports relating to assessment instruments administered to public school students, the instructional materials allotment, and proclamations for the production of instructional materials. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 451 84-0 (2015) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to eliminating certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 471 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to reviews and investigations conducted by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 502 84-0 (2015) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to reducing paperwork and duplicate reports required of a school district. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 547 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to epidemiological reports and immunization exemption data and reports. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 556 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to a comprehensive review by the Texas Education Agency of weights, allotments, and adjustments under the public school finance system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 560 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to procedures involving truancy and other fine-only misdemeanors committed by children. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 623 84-0 (2015) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to state funding for certain children to attend certain private prekindergarten programs. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 750 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al. Relating to a report made by the Texas Education Agency regarding the property and casualty insurance costs of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 968 84-0 (2015) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a prescription drug misuse awareness component of the health curriculum used in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1011 84-0 (2015) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to public school choice, including school campus information, student transfers, the public education grant program, and the transportation allotment. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1063 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to outreach materials to foster awareness of recent public school curriculum changes. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1123 84-0 (2015) Author: West, Royce Relating to the establishment of the office of early learning within the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1126 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to a prohibition of restrictions on the grade levels at which a public high school student may be eligible to enroll in a dual credit course. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1159 84-0 (2015) Author: Estes, Craig Relating to a prohibition of limitations on the number of dual credit courses or hours in which a public high school student may enroll. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1178 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to an interim study on an education savings account program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1302 84-0 (2015) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to limiting certain state-required assessment instruments administered to public school students in certain grades to assessments required by federal law. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1374 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to requiring that certain strategic plans of certain state agencies include the goals of reducing the incidence of food insecurity, poor nutrition, and diet-related disease in this state. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1455 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to certain required reports, plans, and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1476 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to strategic plan goals to address hunger, food, nutrition, physical activity, and obesity in this state. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1483 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to Texas community schools. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1484 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the establishment of a community school grant program. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1559 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to an interagency plan to promote competitive and integrated employment for persons with disabilities. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1611 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to the establishment of professional charter academies. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1784 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to information regarding the number of school counselors in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1868 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1893 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the assessment of public school students in writing and English language arts. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1896 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to providing public school students tutorials through the state virtual school network for end-of-course assessment instruments required for graduation. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 5 83-0 (2013) Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Sponsor: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements; providing a criminal penalty. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 44 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al. Relating to a moratorium on administering assessment instruments to public school students under the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 68 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to cognitive-linguistic or neurocognitive assessments of participants in extracurricular athletic activities sponsored or sanctioned by the University Interscholastic League. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 94 83-0 (2013) Author: White, James Relating to the validity and reliability of assessment instruments administered by the state in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 135 83-0 (2013) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to reports of suspected child abuse or neglect and training regarding child abuse and neglect. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 290 83-0 (2013) Author: King, Phil Relating to school district selection of assessment instruments in place of state-administered assessment instruments. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 300 83-0 (2013) Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al. Relating to an alternative system of public education governance that enhances school accountability, local control, and family empowerment in the educational system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 324 83-0 (2013) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to certain facilities and service provider transactions between school districts and charter schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 344 83-0 (2013) Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al. Relating to an exit audit of a school district and an exit interview of a school district superintendent. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 354 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 362 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to the transfer of adult education and literacy programs from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Workforce Commission. House: Economic & Small Business Development Laid on the table subject to call
HB 454 83-0 (2013) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al. Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Placed on General State Calendar
HB 457 83-0 (2013) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to the aggregation of data in the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) regarding public school students in foster care. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 462 83-0 (2013) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to state control of teacher appraisal criteria, curriculum standards, and assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 504 83-0 (2013) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al. Relating to restricting certain state and school district assessments of public school students in prekindergarten and kindergarten. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 525 83-0 (2013) Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the collection of data relating to military-connected students through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS). House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 596 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to state assessment of public school students. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 599 83-0 (2013) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to educator retention at certain public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 640 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al. Relating to public school accountability and end-of-course assessment instruments. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 659 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to state assessment instruments administered in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 670 83-0 (2013) Author: Ratliff, Bennett Relating to state and school district assessment of public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 704 83-0 (2013) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to public school curriculum standards and assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 742 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for certain school districts to provide summer instruction primarily for students who are educationally disadvantaged and summer teaching opportunities for high-performing, new, and student teachers. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 743 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al. Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities; increasing a fee. House: Human Services Postponed
HB 753 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain information to be provided by school districts to parents concerning supplemental educational services and to Texas Education Agency approval and investigation of supplemental educational services providers. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 804 83-0 (2013) Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al. Relating to materials for school districts on human trafficking. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 809 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the dissemination of information regarding employment opportunities in this state to secondary school students. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 866 83-0 (2013) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 873 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the amounts to which school districts are entitled under the Foundation School Program and the amounts appropriated to the Texas Education Agency for educational grant programs. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 904 83-0 (2013) Author: González, Mary Relating to a requirement for school districts to report class size to the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 918 83-0 (2013) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to requiring a school district to report data regarding citations issued to and arrests made of students. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 921 83-0 (2013) Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al. Relating to establishing the Texas State Seal of Bilingualism and Biliteracy for recognition of high school graduates who attain a high level of proficiency in both English and another language. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 925 83-0 (2013) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to enhancing the penalty prescribed for certain acts of official oppression. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1056 83-0 (2013) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to state assessment of public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1138 83-0 (2013) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the evaluation and instruction of public school students with visual impairments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1219 83-0 (2013) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to removal of the parental approval requirement for a student's participation in a bilingual education program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1240 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to a study comparing the required public school curriculum essential knowledge and skills and the common core state standards. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1264 83-0 (2013) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to information regarding the number of public school students with dyslexia. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1328 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to data requirements and certain other requirements concerning students of limited English proficiency in public schools. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1363 83-0 (2013) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to certain required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee
HB 1423 83-0 (2013) Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al. Relating to multiple public school graduation plans for student success and economic competitiveness; creating an offense. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1629 83-0 (2013) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to information prepared by the Texas Education Agency for public school students regarding institutions of higher education in this state. House: Economic & Small Business Development Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1675 83-0 (2013) Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Transportation
See remarks for effective date
HB 1751 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the public school educator excellence innovation program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1774 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Ed Relating to liability for injury arising from certain motor vehicle accidents. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1956 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, John | et. al. Relating to an adult high school diploma and industry certification pilot program for adults 19 to 50 years of age. House: Economic & Small Business Development Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2012 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike
Sponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to public school educators and certain other professional employees of school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2057 83-0 (2013) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to alternative dispute resolution methods regarding educational services for students with disabilities, including individualized education program facilitation. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2076 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to alternative assessment of certain public school students under the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2103 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to education research centers and the sharing of educational data between state agencies; redesignating certain fees as charges. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 2151 83-0 (2013) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to a grant program to promote good citizenship and anger management. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2203 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to curriculum and end-of-course assessment requirements for high school graduation, including the establishment of a workforce certification program and the elimination of certain tax discounts to fund the program. House: Economic & Small Business Development Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2239 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to evaluating the adequacy of education provided to children in county jails. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2240 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to a study on homeless youth. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2260 83-0 (2013) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to the creation of an advisory council to research and make recommendations on the use of assessment instruments in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2271 83-0 (2013) Author: Morrison, Geanie Relating to an annual hurricane damage mitigation week. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2402 83-0 (2013) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to prevention of discrimination and harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2431 83-0 (2013) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al. Relating to public high school graduation, including curriculum requirements for graduation. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2540 83-0 (2013) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to public school accountability, including assessment and curriculum requirements. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2542 83-0 (2013) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to a study regarding school district consolidation for Bexar County. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2552 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Diane Relating to administration of certain state assessment instruments only to a scientifically valid statistical sample of students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2553 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Diane Relating to the administration of certain state assessment instruments to public school students in certain grades. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2698 83-0 (2013) Author: King, Susan Relating to a study of the feasibility of establishing a program to connect veterans seeking employment in school security positions with independent school districts seeking to employ security personnel. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee
HB 2836 83-0 (2013) Author: Ratliff, Bennett | et. al.
Sponsor: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum and to certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments for public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2980 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to student transfers and to the maintenance and dissemination of certain school-related information. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2983 83-0 (2013) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and to the abolition of the State Board for Educator Certification and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Education Agency; changing the amounts of certain fees. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3301 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the regulation of controlled substances and the establishment of an electronic system for monitoring controlled substances; providing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3327 83-0 (2013) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to a list of mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention programs that may be selected for implementation by public schools. House: Public Health
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3339 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to an appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund to be used for public education. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3346 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the appropriations of money from the economic stabilization fund for the 2014-2015 state fiscal biennium. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 3635 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the assignment of a licensed psychologist or professional counselor to a public school campus. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3884 83-0 (2013) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to the creation of a pilot program for the identification and treatment of a concussion suffered by a student athlete. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HR 1891 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike Directing the Texas Education Agency to deploy resources and implement strategies to bridge the academic achievement gap between native and non-native English speakers in Texas schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
SB 2 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to certain charter schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 39 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the evaluation and instruction of public school students with visual impairments. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 42 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 59 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 135 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al. Relating to the use of a public school student's performance on an end-of-course assessment instrument in determining the student's final grade for the course. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 185 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to information regarding the number of public school students with dyslexia. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 218 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and to the abolition of the State Board for Educator Certification and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Education Agency; changing the amounts of certain fees and providing for the ad valorem tax rate to be imposed after annexation of an insolvent or inoperative school district. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 225 83-0 (2013) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al. Relating to curriculum and end-of-course assessment requirements for high school graduation. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 240 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to public school accountability and end-of-course assessment instruments. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 307 83-0 (2013) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of adult education and literacy programs from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Workforce Commission. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 308 83-0 (2013) Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al. Relating to the collection of data relating to military-connected students through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS). Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 379 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to information for prevention of sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 420 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce Relating to disproportionate discretionary disciplinary action by school districts against students of a particular race or students enrolled in a special education program. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 542 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to alternative dispute resolution methods regarding educational services for students with disabilities, including individualized education program facilitation. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 561 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a study regarding school district transportation services and state and local resources available to fund those services. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 792 83-0 (2013) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to end-of-course assessment requirements for high school graduation. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 831 83-0 (2013) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to a list of mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention programs that may be selected for implementation by public schools. House: Public Health
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 833 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy
Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the collection of data through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) as to the foster care status of public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 906 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to developmentally appropriate assessment of special education students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 908 83-0 (2013) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to a study regarding the fiscal effect of tax-exempt state property on school districts. Senate: Finance Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments
SB 924 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to strategic plans to address hunger, food, nutrition, and obesity in this state. Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 1015 83-0 (2013) Author: Paxton, Ken Relating to a franchise tax or insurance premium tax credit for contributions made to certain certified nonprofit educational assistance organizations. Senate: Finance Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1115 83-0 (2013) Author: Whitmire, John | et. al. Relating to reporting, standards, restrictions, and requirements regarding public school disciplinary actions. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1117 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce Relating to establishing teacher advisory councils to provide public advice on issues that affect public education. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1126 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to establishing the Texas State Seal of Bilingualism and Biliteracy for recognition of high school graduates who attain a high level of proficiency in both English and another language. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1141 83-0 (2013) Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al. Relating to an adult high school diploma and industry certification pilot program for adults 19 to 50 years of age. Senate: Education No action taken in committee
SB 1226 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the establishment of an employment-first policy and task force to promote competitive employment opportunities that provide a living wage for individuals with disabilities. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1303 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al. Relating to a comprehensive review by the Texas Education Agency of weights, allotments, and adjustments under the public school finance system. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 1306 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to the basic allotment for the Foundation School Program for the state fiscal year ending August 31, 2013; making an appropriation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1308 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to auditing and monitoring of performance under contracts for state-adopted assessment instruments administered to public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1311 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to a review by the Texas Education Agency of certain assessment instruments administered to public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1344 83-0 (2013) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to public high school graduation, including curriculum requirements for graduation. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1377 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to making an appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for the Foundation School Program. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1378 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the appropriations of money from the economic stabilization fund for the 2014-2015 state fiscal biennium. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1403 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to public school teachers. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1469 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to alternative assessment of certain public school students under the public school accountability system. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1608 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to restricting certain state and school district assessments of public school students in prekindergarten and kindergarten. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1618 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 8 83-1 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. Filed
HB 52 83-2 (2013) Author: Ratliff, Bennett Relating to certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments for public school students and to a certain indicator of student achievement. Filed
SB 12 83-2 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. Filed
HB 23 83-3 (2013) Author: Ratliff, Bennett Relating to certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments for public school students and to a certain indicator of student achievement. Filed
HB 90 82-0 (2011) Author: Cook, Byron
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the issuance and suspension of a hardship driver's license. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 104 82-0 (2011) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to abolishing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and transferring the coordinating board's functions and activities and the State Board of Education's statutorily assigned functions and activities to the Texas Education Agency. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 233 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al. Relating to requirements for students to be assessed in certain subjects and in certain grades. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 291 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al. Relating to requiring a public hearing in the geographical area proposed for an open-enrollment charter school. House: Public Education Considered in Calendars
HB 324 82-0 (2011) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to a study of and report on public and private after-school programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 348 82-0 (2011) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to education and training for certain school district peace officers and school resource officers employed by a school district. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 357 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 643 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. House: Agriculture & Livestock Left pending in committee
HB 673 82-0 (2011) Author: Parker, Tan
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the production and use of an instructional video on recreational water safety. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 711 82-0 (2011) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to a study and report by the Texas Education Agency regarding certain public school disciplinary placements. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 881 82-0 (2011) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to abolishing the State Board of Education and transferring the functions of the board to the Texas Education Agency and the commissioner of education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 920 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to educational involvement agreements setting forth the respective responsibilities of students, parents, teachers, and principals in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1115 82-0 (2011) Author: Paxton, Ken Relating to a franchise or insurance premium tax credit for contributions made to certain nonprofit educational assistance organizations. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HB 1130 82-0 (2011) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to information provided by the Texas Education Agency to school districts regarding placement of students receiving special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1159 82-0 (2011) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to repeal on a periodic basis of the provisions of Titles 1 and 2 of the Education Code to provide for legislative review of the primary state statutes governing public education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1307 82-0 (2011) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to alternative assessment of certain public school students under the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1335 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to certain resources available to teachers of a public school student with a disability under the statewide plan for delivery of services to public school students with disabilities. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1340 82-0 (2011) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to the use of positive behavioral interventions and supports in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1350 82-0 (2011) Author: Marquez, Marisa Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1359 82-0 (2011) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1370 82-0 (2011) Author: Workman, Paul Relating to establishment of the Texas Construction Academy as a residential construction training and high school center for certain public high school students and high school graduates. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1386 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the public health threat presented by youth suicide and the qualification of certain persons serving as marriage and family therapists in school districts. House: Public Health
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1459 82-0 (2011) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to the Texas Academy of Fine Arts, Culture, and Sciences at Sul Ross State University. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 1672 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al. Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1704 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to a pilot project to assess public school students by alternative methods. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1740 82-0 (2011) Author: Walle, Armando Relating to providing information to parents regarding changes in state law affecting public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1831 82-0 (2011) Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al. Relating to public school child care. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1848 82-0 (2011) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to the use of environmentally sensitive cleaning products in primary and secondary schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1855 82-0 (2011) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a study regarding school district practices in selecting sites for new school campuses. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2038 82-0 (2011) Author: Price, Walter "Four" | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prevention, treatment, and oversight of concussions affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2121 82-0 (2011) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to educator retention at certain public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2135 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Sponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the administration of end-of-course and other assessment instruments to certain public school students enrolled below the high school level. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2188 82-0 (2011) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al. Relating to using Foundation School Program funding to implement the Texas School Ready Program at certain providers of private prekindergarten programs. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2211 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to the availability of individual student performance on a physical fitness assessment instrument. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2247 82-0 (2011) Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the eligibility of the adjutant general's department to receive Foundation School Program funding for students enrolled in the Texas ChalleNGe Academy. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2263 82-0 (2011) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to requirements for the conduct of Texas Education Agency special education due process hearings. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2324 82-0 (2011) Author: Raymond, Richard Pena Relating to reports of child abuse or neglect by school district employees and records of training regarding child abuse and neglect for certain child-care facilities. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2343 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to the creation of Asher's Law, the public health threat presented by youth suicide and to the prevention of associated discrimination, harassment, bullying, and cyberbullying. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2365 82-0 (2011) Author: Eissler, Rob
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers. House: Public Education
Senate: Higher Education
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 2440 82-0 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to the creation of a Texas Junior College System office. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 2441 82-0 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to public junior college employee participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 2448 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the creation of offices of inspectors general at the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Department of Transportation, and Texas Education Agency; providing penalties. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2491 82-0 (2011) Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al. Relating to a moratorium on certain testing and assessments of certain public school students under the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2509 82-0 (2011) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the implementation of the administration of end-of-course assessment instruments for high school courses in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2514 82-0 (2011) Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al. Relating to state administration of assessment instruments to public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2564 82-0 (2011) Author: Christian, Wayne Relating to academic requirements for issuance of an instruction permit by the Department of Public Safety or a driver education school. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2652 82-0 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HB 2678 82-0 (2011) Author: Smith, Todd
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to driver training and education. House: Public Education
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2830 82-0 (2011) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the development of a model individualized education program form by the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2870 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2897 82-0 (2011) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to driving safety courses for individuals younger than 25 years of age receiving deferred disposition for certain traffic offenses. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2909 82-0 (2011) Author: Branch, Dan
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to increasing awareness in this state of the importance of higher education. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2923 82-0 (2011) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to state control of teacher appraisal criteria, curriculum standards, and assessment instruments. House: State Sovereignty, Select Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3083 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to exemption from assessment instruments for students attending public school campuses that are awarded certain distinction designations. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3233 82-0 (2011) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3263 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. House: Higher Education Left pending in committee
HB 3278 82-0 (2011) Author: Shelton, Mark
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to membership of the commissioner of education and the Texas Education Agency in certain advisory committees, commissions, task forces, and other similar entities. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3398 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to review and revision of certain memoranda of understanding. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3461 82-0 (2011) Author: Margo, Dee
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Jose
Relating to transferring adult education and literacy programs to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board from the Texas Education Agency. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
HB 3463 82-0 (2011) Author: Cain, Erwin Relating to paperwork requirements and unfunded mandates imposed on school districts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3468 82-0 (2011) Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the assessment of public school students for college readiness and developmental education courses to prepare students for college-level coursework. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3471 82-0 (2011) Author: Patrick, Diane Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to study the feasibility of requiring dental examinations for certain public school students. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3504 82-0 (2011) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to transferring primary authority for the adoption of the public school curriculum and textbooks from the State Board of Education to the commissioner of education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3639 82-0 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al. Relating to state fiscal matters related to public and higher education. House: Appropriations Postponed
HB 3681 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to assessments of physical fitness of public school students and campus ratings based on that assessment. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3708 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to measures regarding high school completion and enrollment in higher education. House: Public Education
Senate: Higher Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 3713 82-0 (2011) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to a grant program to promote good citizenship. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3714 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the regulation of controlled substances and the establishment of an electronic system for monitoring controlled substances; providing criminal penalties. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HCR 31 82-0 (2011) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Requesting the Texas Education Agency to develop a rating system for the performance of local school boards. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HJR 96 82-0 (2011) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Proposing a constitutional amendment abolishing the State Board of Education and transferring the board's constitutional functions to the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HR 2685 82-0 (2011) Author: Cook, Byron Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 90. Filed
SB 35 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 53 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 71 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to certain reports submitted and analyses conducted regarding health and human services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 89 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 114 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to the expansion of the financial literacy pilot program in public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 157 82-0 (2011) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 226 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to reporting individual student performance on a physical fitness assessment instrument to the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 596 82-0 (2011) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al. Relating to transition planning for a public school student receiving special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 835 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to prevention, treatment, and management of concussions affecting public and private school students participating in interscholastic athletics. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 866 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 941 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to a study regarding school district practices in selecting sites for new school campuses. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1114 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to the regulation of driver training schools and instructors. House: Public Education
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
House passage as amended reported
SB 1139 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to a study of and report on public and private out-of-school time programs. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1163 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the exchange of information among certain entities concerning at-risk youth. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1179 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education and other obsolete provisions of law. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 1328 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to optional dispute resolution methods regarding educational services for students with a disability, including individualized education program facilitation. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 1330 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to driving safety courses for individuals younger than 25 years of age receiving deferred disposition for certain traffic offenses. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date
SB 1348 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. Senate: Higher Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1403 82-0 (2011) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1410 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to reporting student enrollment in tech-prep programs and evaluating tech-prep consortia. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1454 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the membership and duties of the interagency obesity council. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
SB 1497 82-0 (2011) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
SB 1511 82-0 (2011) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to minimum standards for approval of educator preparation programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1581 82-0 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to state fiscal matters, and certain administrative and business matters, related to public and higher education. House: Public Education
Senate: Finance
Point of order sustained
SB 1590 82-0 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve | et. al. Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee
SB 1618 82-0 (2011) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Craddick, Tom
Relating to reporting requirements of state agencies and school districts. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1642 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to transferring primary authority for the adoption of the public school curriculum and textbooks from the State Board of Education to the commissioner of education. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1763 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Jose Relating to transferring adult education and literacy programs to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board from the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Higher Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1788 82-0 (2011) Author: Patrick, Dan
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to planning for students enrolled in public school special education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1813 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the applicability of the Education Code to Head Start programs and the authority of the commissioner of education to make a certain determination regarding those programs. Senate: Education Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1871 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al. Relating to a contracted services program for certain students with a severe pervasive developmental disorder or a severe intellectual disability. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
HB 6 82-1 (2011) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools, and the administration of state assessment instruments to public school students. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 29 82-1 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to requirements for students to be assessed in certain subjects and in certain grades. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 45 82-1 (2011) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to allocation of state and federal funds for adult basic education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 55 82-1 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to increasing fiscal flexibility through the provision of state aid for certain juvenile justice alternative education programs that enter into certain revenue sharing agreements. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections
HB 60 82-1 (2011) Author: Huberty, Dan Relating to state control of teacher appraisal criteria, curriculum standards, and assessment instruments. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 63 82-1 (2011) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to a moratorium on administering assessment instruments to public school students under the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 67 82-1 (2011) Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al. Relating to the entitlement of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to a certain funding level and to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund to be used for public education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 72 82-1 (2011) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 197 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled
HR 232 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1. Reported enrolled
SB 1 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 2 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011, and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SCR 5 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1. Signed by the Governor
SR 105 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled
SR 130 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1. Reported enrolled
HB 3 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to public school accountability, curriculum, and promotion requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 136 81-0 (2009) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to providing notification to parents of eligible children of the availability of prekindergarten programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 160 81-0 (2009) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to the creation and administration of a grant initiative for a community-based at-risk youth program. House: Corrections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 182 81-0 (2009) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to a program to assist certain persons to become certified to teach in bilingual education programs and to teach in public schools with a shortage of certified bilingual education teachers. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 203 81-0 (2009) Author: Castro, Joaquin | et. al. Relating to notice to certain public school high school seniors and their parents or guardians of automatic college admission. House: Higher Education Left pending in committee
HB 204 81-0 (2009) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 484 81-0 (2009) Author: Gonzales, Veronica | et. al. Relating to reports of incidents of bullying at public schools and at public school activities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 503 81-0 (2009) Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al. Relating to adoption of the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 506 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the establishment and implementation of a school-based influenza vaccination pilot program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 541 81-0 (2009) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to assessment of public school students receiving special education services. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 626 81-0 (2009) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to educational agreements setting forth the respective responsibilities of students, parents, and school personnel in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 635 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Education Agency to seek, accept, determine eligibility for, and distribute grants available for the benefit of public education and the establishment of professional development institutes and payment of grants to teachers who complete those institutes. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 636 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to allocation of state and federal funds for adult basic education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 642 81-0 (2009) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to prepare a report regarding public education mandates. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 716 81-0 (2009) Author: Riddle, Debbie Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 850 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to repeal on a periodic basis of the provisions of Titles 1 and 2 of the Education Code to provide for legislative review of the primary state statutes governing public education. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 936 81-0 (2009) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the prevention of harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 956 81-0 (2009) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the provision by the Texas Education Agency of federal earned income tax credit educational materials to school districts for distribution to students' parents. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1051 81-0 (2009) Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al. Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1322 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment of an online resource for teachers of students with special health needs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1365 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to service records of professional staff employed by school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1441 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to the relationship between and operation of the Texas Education Agency and regional education service centers. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1479 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the state virtual school network. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1754 81-0 (2009) Author: Leibowitz, David Relating to the Texas Education Agency's online clearinghouse of information concerning best practices for public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1839 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the selection by school districts of sites for new schools; providing a penalty. House: Public Education Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1944 81-0 (2009) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to actions required to be taken by the Texas Education Agency and a school district when the district fails to file its annual audit report in a timely manner. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1959 81-0 (2009) Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Government Organization
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 2185 81-0 (2009) Author: Leibowitz, David Relating to informing public school districts of available resources to reduce support costs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2426 81-0 (2009) Author: Gattis, Dan | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general, including the required appointment of deputy inspectors general at the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Education Agency, and Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2443 81-0 (2009) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services
HB 2471 81-0 (2009) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al. Relating to career and technical education in the public schools and high school graduation requirements. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2481 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to financial accountability for school districts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2538 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the career and technology education program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2893 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the technology demonstration sites project and to a computer lending pilot program. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3041 81-0 (2009) Author: Farias, Joe
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a comprehensive schedule of public school reporting requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3050 81-0 (2009) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to a pilot project to assess public school students by alternative methods. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3173 81-0 (2009) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the statewide plan for delivery of services to public school students with disabilities and resources for teachers of public school students with special health needs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 3229 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to a pilot project for a drug and alcohol abuse recovery high school program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3295 81-0 (2009) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to development of a strategy for increasing the number of guidance counselors employed by public high schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3382 81-0 (2009) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to transferring the statutorily assigned functions and activities of the State Board of Education to the Texas Education Agency. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3421 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob Relating to educator preparation programs and educator certification, performance, and recruitment. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3463 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd | et. al. Relating to student loan repayment assistance for undergraduate students who agree to teach in public schools in this state that have shortages of teachers in math and science. House: Higher Education Left pending in committee
HB 3466 81-0 (2009) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the exchange of information among certain governmental entities concerning at-risk youth. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 3574 81-0 (2009) Author: Olivo, Dora Relating to establishing a pilot program for certain students at risk of dropping out of school. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3614 81-0 (2009) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 3740 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to the establishment of a statewide education data management system. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3795 81-0 (2009) Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the public awareness campaign promoting higher education and to additional financial aid for higher education. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3868 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to school safety. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4161 81-0 (2009) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general and the appointment of inspectors general at the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas, Texas Education Agency, and Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 4307 81-0 (2009) Author: Crownover, Myra Relating to the creation of the office of inspector within the State Auditor's Office and the appointment of deputy inspectors general at the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Education Agency, and Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 4497 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to maximization of the amount of federal funding obtained by school districts. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4499 81-0 (2009) Author: Hamilton, Mike Relating to school bus safety. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 4601 81-0 (2009) Author: Olivo, Dora Relating to school district publishing of Texas Education Agency and United States Department of Education general information in student handbooks and online. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HCR 27 81-0 (2009) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Requesting The University of Texas at Austin to study the effectiveness of the Texas Education Agency in dealing with low-performing students and other matters. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HCR 88 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Directing the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Texas Education Agency to educate parents of adolescent Texans regarding the importance of adolescents' receiving regular physical exams and updated immunizations. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
HCR 113 81-0 (2009) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Requesting the Texas Education Agency to develop a rating system for the performance of local school boards. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HCR 283 81-0 (2009) Author: Eissler, Rob
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3. Signed by the Governor
HR 1438 81-0 (2009) Author: Farrar, Jessica Urging the Texas Education Agency to implement the U.S. Department of Education's final regulations, 34 C.F.R. Section 200.19, which describes other academic indicators that may be used to demonstrate adequate yearly progress. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
SB 3 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to public school accountability, curriculum, and promotion requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 47 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the transfer of certain functions regarding career and technology education from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 84 81-0 (2009) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to establishment of a suicide prevention program for public high schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 85 81-0 (2009) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to establishment of a suicide prevention pilot program for public high schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 183 81-0 (2009) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 197 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Sponsor: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of the financial literacy pilot program in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 424 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to a school-based influenza vaccination pilot program and study. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 440 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to transferring the statutorily assigned functions and activities of the State Board of Education to the Texas Education Agency. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 493 81-0 (2009) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 548 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 774 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to allocation of state and federal funds for adult basic education. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 816 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al. Relating to the Texas Teach Corps Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for undergraduate students who agree to teach in school districts in this state that have shortages of teachers in mathematics or science. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 867 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 939 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, including the exchange of information by the department regarding students in foster care. House: Human Services
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 955 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Sponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the state virtual school network. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1006 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to the governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. Senate: Government Organization Referred to Government Organization
SB 1032 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to providing notification to parents of eligible children of the availability of prekindergarten classes. Senate: Education Co-author authorized
SB 1125 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1231 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to a requirement that a school district develop and adopt a site selection policy before selecting a site for construction of a new school; providing a penalty. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1301 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1302 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1313 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the quality and accessibility of public school career and technical education programs and to assistance to students concerning postsecondary education and training. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1322 81-0 (2009) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to the exchange of information among certain governmental entities concerning at-risk youth. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1446 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the authority of the Texas Education Agency to seek, accept, determine eligibility for, and distribute grants available for the benefit of public education. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1487 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the statewide plan for delivery of services to public school students with disabilities and resources for teachers of public school students with special health needs. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1489 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to optional dispute resolution methods for school districts and parents of students seeking or receiving special education services. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1490 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to requirements for the conduct of Texas Education Agency special education due process hearings. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 1546 81-0 (2009) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the creation and administration of a community-based at-risk youth program. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1549 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the calculation by a school district of a high school student's grade point average. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 1559 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the public awareness campaign promoting higher education. Senate: Higher Education Left pending in committee
SB 1955 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al. Relating to career and technical education in the public schools and high school graduation requirements. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2083 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al. Relating to outcome measurement and reporting concerning school district and open-enrollment charter school special education programs and grants to public school entities that perform well on the measurements. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2220 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to school bus safety. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2356 81-0 (2009) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to procedures applicable to the provision of special education services to public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SCR 46 81-0 (2009) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Directing the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Texas Education Agency to educate parents of adolescent Texans regarding the importance of adolescents receiving regular physical exams and updated immunizations. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
SCR 83 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3. Received by the Secretary of the Senate
HB 2 80-0 (2007) Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to making appropriations to the Texas Education Agency for the purpose of school district property tax rate reductions and providing for the transfer of general revenue into the property tax relief fund. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 19 80-0 (2007) Author: Corte, Jr., Frank Relating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 183 80-0 (2007) Author: Brown, Betty Relating to release by the Texas Education Agency of questions and answer keys to assessment instruments. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 380 80-0 (2007) Author: Allen, Alma | et. al. Relating to an educational involvement agreement setting forth the respective responsibilities of students, parents, teachers, and principals in public schools. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 426 80-0 (2007) Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to standards for the operation of school district disciplinary alternative education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 439 80-0 (2007) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al. Relating to the statewide plan for delivery of services to public school students with disabilities and resources for teachers of public school students with special health needs. House: Public Education Considered in Calendars
HB 494 80-0 (2007) Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al. Relating to assessment of the academic growth of students attending a disciplinary alternative education program and evaluation of disciplinary alternative education programs. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 500 80-0 (2007) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to notice to certain public school high school seniors and their parents or guardians of automatic college admission. House: Public Education Considered in Calendars
HB 501 80-0 (2007) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 833 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to the prevention of harassment in public schools. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1002 80-0 (2007) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to intensive preparation academies to prepare public school students to take a state exit-level assessment instrument.. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 1320 80-0 (2007) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the administration of certain assessment instruments to public school students under the statewide assessment program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1470 80-0 (2007) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act, including the continuation of that Act and tax credits claimed under that Act, and to the duties of the comptroller of public accounts and the Texas Education Agency under that Act. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 1553 80-0 (2007) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie Relating to information provided to the parent of a public school student concerning participation in a bilingual education or special language program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1629 80-0 (2007) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to the transfer of adult education and literacy programs from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Workforce Commission. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee
HB 1632 80-0 (2007) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the use of technology by public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1748 80-0 (2007) Author: Morrison, Geanie
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the administration of Texas governor's schools. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1825 80-0 (2007) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to assessment of public school students receiving special education services. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1941 80-0 (2007) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to data collected by public schools regarding the citizenship or immigration status of certain individuals. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2080 80-0 (2007) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to statewide assessment instruments for public school students and requirements for grade level promotion and receiving a high school diploma. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2429 80-0 (2007) Author: White Delisi, Dianne Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to prepare a report regarding public education mandates. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2494 80-0 (2007) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to curriculum requirements and assessment instruments in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2495 80-0 (2007) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al. Relating to the Texas Education Agency's online clearinghouse of information concerning best practices for public schools and open-enrollment charter schools. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2529 80-0 (2007) Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al. Relating to the scheduling and field testing of assessment instruments on public school campuses. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 2814 80-0 (2007) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a pilot project in certain school districts for dual language education in English and another language. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2913 80-0 (2007) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to field testing of assessment instruments on public school campuses. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3047 80-0 (2007) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to information provided to parents of public school students regarding financial aid for postsecondary education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3171 80-0 (2007) Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the development by the Texas Education Agency of a list of resources concerning Internet safety for use by school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3202 80-0 (2007) Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al. Relating to the provision of a competitive grant program at the Texas Education Agency for funding disciplinary programs for at-risk youth. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HCR 95 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Requesting The University of Texas at Austin to study the effectiveness of the Texas Education Agency in dealing with low-performing students and other matters. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HR 1267 80-0 (2007) Author: Farias, Joe Requesting that the Texas Education Agency apply for federal funds for a resource center to train school personnel working with students with autism. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
SB 2 80-0 (2007) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to making appropriations to the Texas Education Agency for the purpose of school district property tax rate reductions. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 9 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Sponsor: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure or dissemination of criminal history record information, child abuse investigation reports, and school district audit working papers for certain purposes, including the certification and employment of educators and other public school employees who engage in certain misconduct. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 136 80-0 (2007) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the establishment of a community education program concerning Internet safety. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 379 80-0 (2007) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the administration of end-of-course assessment instruments in public schools at certain grade levels. Senate: Education Withdrawn from schedule
SB 648 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to information for teachers posted on the Texas Education Agency's Internet website. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 746 80-0 (2007) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the continuation of the Texas Economic Development Act and to the duties of the comptroller of public accounts and the Texas Education Agency under that Act. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 780 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the use of technology by public schools. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1020 80-0 (2007) Author: West, Royce Relating to assistance by the Texas Education Agency to school districts in the development, administration, and improvement of personal graduation plans. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1031 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to public school accountability and the administration of certain assessment instruments in public schools; providing a criminal penalty. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1147 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the administration of Texas governor's schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1171 80-0 (2007) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to the regulation of drivers education and driving safety programs by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security No action taken in committee
SB 1420 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the development by the Texas Education Agency of a list of resources concerning Internet safety for use by school districts. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1456 80-0 (2007) Author: Uresti, Carlos
Sponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to information and training for public school educators in the prevention of child abuse. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1514 80-0 (2007) Author: West, Royce Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding best practices for dropout prevention. Senate: Education Referred to Education
HB 4 79-0 (2005) Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the use of technology by public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 468 79-0 (2005) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to driver and traffic safety education courses. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 613 79-0 (2005) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 643 79-0 (2005) Author: Miller, Sid Relating to the issuance of a driver's license to a person who is under 18 years of age. House: Law Enforcement Left pending in committee
HB 903 79-0 (2005) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to notice to certain public school high school seniors and their parents or guardians of automatic college admission. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 990 79-0 (2005) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the applicability of restrictions on student transfers to certain school districts. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1100 79-0 (2005) Author: Grusendorf, Kent Relating to a review of the rule concerning the content of individualized education programs for students with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1116 79-0 (2005) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1668 79-0 (2005) Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al. Relating to the governor's award for teaching excellence program. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1974 79-0 (2005) Author: Mowery, Anna Relating to release by the Texas Education Agency of questions and answer keys to assessment instruments. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2460 79-0 (2005) Author: Jones, Jesse Relating to requiring public schools to establish a drug awareness program. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2512 79-0 (2005) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois Relating to statutory authority to reduce appropriations made by the legislature to certain governmental educational entities and to other fiscal matters involving certain governmental educational entities. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 2520 79-0 (2005) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the development and availability of a curriculum regarding acquired immune deficiency syndrome and human immunodeficiency virus infection. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2576 79-0 (2005) Author: Grusendorf, Kent Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and regional education service centers. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2785 79-0 (2005) Author: Wong, Martha Relating to the health of school-age children. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 2809 79-0 (2005) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to the certification of school district financial officers. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2811 79-0 (2005) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to the inclusion of more difficult questions in the assessment of knowledge and skills used in the public school accountability system. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2935 79-0 (2005) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to assigning a mentor teacher to a first year classroom teacher. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3088 79-0 (2005) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the evaluation of school district disciplinary alternative education programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HCR 186 79-0 (2005) Author: Eiland, Craig Directing the Texas Education Agency and the State Board of Education to facilitate the offering of high school elective courses on the Bible in Texas public schools. Filed
HR 1376 79-0 (2005) Author: Grusendorf, Kent Commending the Texas Education Agency and the Ministry of Education in Spain. House: Rules & Resolutions Reported enrolled
HR 1628 79-0 (2005) Author: Eiland, Craig Directing the Texas Education Agency and the State Board of Education to facilitate the offering of high school elective courses on the Bible in Texas public schools. House: Rules & Resolutions Referred to Rules & Resolutions
HR 2010 79-0 (2005) Author: Edwards, Al Requesting the Texas Education Agency to determine whether overly sexually suggestive performances are occurring at school-sponsored events. Reported enrolled
SB 124 79-0 (2005) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to educational programs for students with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars


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