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TX SB1952

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Angela Paxton

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Health and Human Services Commission as the sole state agency responsible for administering the school health and related services (SHARS) program, effective April 1, 2025

  • Requires the commission to oversee local education agencies (school districts and open-enrollment charter schools) participating as SHARS providers, including administering training and providing guidance on federal and state regulatory requirements

  • Mandates collaboration between the commission and regional education service centers to assist local education agencies seeking to participate in the SHARS program

  • Requires the commission and Texas Education Agency to enter into a memorandum of understanding outlining each agency's specific responsibilities for operating the program

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025; allows implementation delays if federal waivers or authorizations are needed

Legislative Description

Relating to the administration and operation of the school health and related services program.

Education

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services4/28/2025
Health & Human Services3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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