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TX HB3297

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ron Reynolds

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Prioritizes funding for districts and schools serving low-income families, rural and underserved communities, or those demonstrating high performance in early childhood education outcomes

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Public Education3/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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