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TX SB900

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryan Hughes

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds a fourth "school safety domain" to the Texas public school accountability system, expanding the evaluation framework from three domains to four

  • Requires the new school safety domain to measure effectiveness in promoting a safe learning environment through indicators including: security of school facilities, faculty and staff safety training, student safety instruction, and integration of local, state, and federal resources into safety programs

  • Adds "providing a safe learning environment" as a required evaluation criterion for school districts and campuses under accountability indicators

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year

  • Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the inclusion of a school safety domain for evaluating districts and campuses under the public school accountability system.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Education K-16

2/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-162/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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