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TX SB557
Bill
Status
12/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Nathan Johnson
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AI Summary
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Adds completion of Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) programs or other early college high school programs as a new criterion for districts and campuses to earn academic distinction designations for postsecondary readiness
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Increases the career and technology allotment for students enrolled at P-TECH designated campuses from $50 to $150 per student in average daily attendance
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Removes New Tech Network campus membership as a qualifying factor for the additional per-student allotment, limiting the funding specifically to P-TECH schools
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Takes effect beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Becomes effective immediately upon receiving two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to academic distinction designations under the public school accountability system and the career and technology allotment under the Foundation School Program.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16
2/3/2025