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TX HB1569
Bill
Status
12/10/2024
Primary Sponsor
John Bucy
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AI Summary
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Adds children of public school classroom teachers to the list of those eligible for free prekindergarten enrollment in Texas
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Children must be at least 3 years old and have a parent employed as a classroom teacher at a public primary or secondary school in the state
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Expands existing eligibility categories that currently include children who are English language learners, educationally disadvantaged, homeless, children of military members, foster children, and children of Star of Texas Award-eligible first responders
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Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the eligibility of certain children of classroom teachers for enrollment in a free prekindergarten program.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
3/12/2025