Bill > HB172

This bill creates a new fine arts allotment in the Texas public school finance system that provides additional funding to school districts for students enrolled in approved fine arts education courses in grades 6-12. Under the proposed legislation, districts would receive an annual allotment equal to 0.8% of their basic allotment for each student attending a qualifying fine arts course. To be approved, these courses must be authorized by the State Board of Education (including music, art, theater, and dance), provide students with necessary fine arts knowledge and skills, and require at least 225 minutes of fine arts instruction per week. The Texas education agency would be responsible for annually publishing a list of approved fine arts courses that meet these criteria. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to support and incentivize comprehensive fine arts education in Texas public schools by providing dedicated funding for these programs.

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