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TX SB1414

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Judith Zaffirini

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Texas State Seal of Bilingualism and Biliteracy to recognize high school graduates who demonstrate high proficiency in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing in both English and another language

  • Requires the Texas Education Agency to determine minimum requirements for earning the seal, which must be rigorous enough to indicate biliteracy to employers and postsecondary institutions

  • Requirements may include completion of a project, activity, or portfolio, but may not require a special examination created solely for earning the seal

  • School districts must maintain records of students who earn the seal, affix the insignia to qualifying students' diplomas, and note the achievement on transcripts

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate effect if passed by two-thirds vote or September 1, 2025 otherwise

Legislative Description

Relating to establishing the Texas State Seal of Bilingualism and Biliteracy for public high school students.

Education

Last Action

Left pending in committee

5/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-163/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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