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TX HB2321
Bill
Status
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Caroline Harris Davila
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Education to develop a standard method for computing high school grade point averages, changing the current law from optional ("may") to mandatory ("shall")
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Mandates that the GPA calculation method provide additional weight for honors courses, advanced placement (AP) courses, international baccalaureate (IB) courses, and dual credit courses
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Requires equal weighting for AP courses, IB courses, and dual credit courses under the standardized method
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Requires all school districts to use the commissioner's standardized GPA calculation method
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Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or September 1, 2025, otherwise
Legislative Description
Relating to the development of a standard method of computing a student's high school grade point average.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
3/14/2025