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TX SB233

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Johnson

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Shifts Texas public school funding from "average daily attendance" (ADA) to "average enrollment" as the basis for calculating state education funding, meaning districts receive funding based on enrolled students rather than those physically present each day

  • Increases the basic allotment per student from $6,160 to $7,750, with an automatic annual inflation adjustment beginning in the 2026-2027 school year based on the Consumer Price Index

  • Applies the enrollment-based funding formula across all school finance provisions, including calculations for charter schools, special education programs, bilingual education, career and technology education, and small/mid-sized district allotments

  • Modifies funding formulas for facilities assistance, debt service, and wealth equalization programs to use average enrollment instead of average daily attendance

  • Removes provisions requiring calculation of attendance hours and attendance rates for various programs, simplifying funding calculations while maintaining existing program structures and eligibility requirements

Legislative Description

Relating to the public school finance system.

Education

Last Action

Co-author authorized

3/31/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-162/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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