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TX HB430
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Vikki Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Replaces the term "emotional disturbance" with "emotional dysregulation" in the list of disabilities that qualify students ages 3-21 for special education services in Texas public schools
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Defines "emotional dysregulation" as having the same meaning as "emotional disturbance" under federal regulations (34 C.F.R. Section 300.8(c)(4)), ensuring continued alignment with federal special education law
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Maintains all other existing disability categories for special education eligibility, including physical disability, intellectual or developmental disability, learning disability, autism, speech disability, and traumatic brain injury
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the terminology used to refer to certain disabilities in determining eligibility for special education services in public schools.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
2/28/2025