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TX SB2526

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Judith Zaffirini

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds children who receive special education services as a new eligibility category for free prekindergarten enrollment in Texas public schools

  • Children must be at least three years of age and enrolled in a special education program under Subchapter A of the Education Code to qualify

  • Expands the existing list of prekindergarten eligibility criteria, which currently includes children who are English language learners, educationally disadvantaged, homeless, children of military members, children in foster care, and children of Star of Texas Award recipients

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year

  • Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the eligibility of children enrolled in a special education program for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Education K-16

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-164/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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