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TX HB3651

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marc LaHood

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School districts may offer an elective automobile maintenance course to students in grades 9-12 that counts toward graduation elective credit requirements

  • Required course topics include checking and replacing engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and power steering fluid

  • Instruction must cover tire maintenance including checking pressure and tread depth, changing tires, performing rotations, and repairing flats

  • Course must teach battery maintenance and jumpstarting, checking and replacing fuses and air filters, and understanding dashboard warning lights

  • Safe working practices including proper tool usage and safe disposal of fluids and hazardous materials must be included; applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year

Legislative Description

Relating to an elective course on automobile maintenance for public high school students.

Education

Last Action

Left pending in subcommittee

5/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Academic & Career-Oriented Education3/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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