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TX HB494
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Vikki Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Adds children of full-time school district employees as a new eligibility category for free prekindergarten enrollment in Texas public schools
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Children must be at least three years of age to qualify, consistent with existing prekindergarten eligibility requirements
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Children who enroll based on a parent's school district employment remain eligible to complete the prekindergarten class even if the parent is no longer employed by the district
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Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the eligibility of the children of public school employees for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
2/28/2025