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TX SB2464
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Establishes a grant program administered by the Texas Education Agency to provide financial assistance to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for school safety and mental health programs
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Requires funded programs to facilitate partnerships with nonprofit organizations and recognized fusion centers to help school employees prevent and identify student mental health issues early
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Mandates programs use socio-emotional wellness coaches or psychological safety officers to support teachers, administrators, and staff who work directly with students
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Requires programs to provide an interactive online platform with psychological safety information and resources for school employees
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Caps individual grants at $100,000 per eligible school district or charter school, with the agency authorized to adopt rules for eligibility, application procedures, and compliance monitoring
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the establishment of a school safety and mental health grant program.
State Finances
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16
4/3/2025