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TX HB3651
Bill
Status
3/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marc LaHood
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AI Summary
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School districts may offer an elective automobile maintenance course to students in grades 9-12 that counts toward graduation elective credit requirements
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Required course topics include checking and replacing engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and power steering fluid
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Instruction must cover tire maintenance including checking pressure and tread depth, changing tires, performing rotations, and repairing flats
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Course must teach battery maintenance and jumpstarting, checking and replacing fuses and air filters, and understanding dashboard warning lights
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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