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TX HB5515
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brad Buckley
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AI Summary
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Prohibits publishers and manufacturers of instructional materials from charging freight and shipping costs that exceed the actual delivery cost based on the carrier's standard published rate for the specified delivery method
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Bans the inclusion of handling fees or similar charges in instructional material prices unless directly related to shipping physical copies
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Amends Section 31.151(a) of the Texas Education Code to add these shipping cost restrictions to existing requirements for instructional material vendors
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Passed the Texas House on May 15, 2025 (140-1) and Senate on May 23, 2025 (31-0)
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to restrictions on freight and shipping costs included in the price of instructional materials for public schools.
Education
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025