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TX HB3297
Bill
Status
2/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ron Reynolds
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Texas Prekindergarten Fund as a dedicated account in the general revenue fund, consisting of appropriations, dedicated revenues, investment earnings, and gifts or grants
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Restricts fund usage to four purposes: expanding access to high-quality prekindergarten programs, providing financial assistance to school districts and charter schools offering prekindergarten, supporting teacher professional development, and enhancing facilities and instructional resources
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Requires the Texas Education Agency to allocate funds based on the percentage of educationally disadvantaged students, geographic and demographic needs, and compliance with high-quality prekindergarten standards
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Prioritizes funding for districts and schools serving low-income families, rural and underserved communities, or those demonstrating high performance in early childhood education outcomes
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Mandates the agency submit an annual report to the governor and legislature by September 1 detailing fund distribution, student performance impacts, and legislative recommendations; effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the establishment of the Texas prekindergarten fund to support public school prekindergarten education.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
3/20/2025