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TX HB5261
TX HB5261Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.
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Introduced
03/10/2023
03/10/2023
In Committee
03/24/2023
03/24/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.
AI Summary
This bill:
- Prohibits infringement on parental rights by public schools or government entities, unless necessary to further a compelling state interest using the least restrictive means.
- Expands the appeals process for parents regarding school district actions or decisions.
- Allows courts to award costs and attorney's fees if a civil suit or administrative proceeding against a school district is found to be frivolous.
- Modifies the process for students to transfer between school districts.
- Enhances parental rights and involvement in their children's education, including access to instructional materials and health-related information and services.
- Establishes an education savings account program that provides annual funding for eligible students to use towards approved education-related expenses at preapproved providers.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (12)
James Frank (R)*,
Keith Bell (R),
Brian Harrison (R),
Richard Hayes (R),
Jeff Leach (R),
Terri Leo-Wilson (R),
Will Metcalf (R),
Jared Patterson (R),
Dennis Paul (R),
David Spiller (R),
Valoree Swanson (R),
Steve Toth (R),
Last Action
Referred to Public Education (on 03/24/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB5261 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB05261I.htm |
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