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TX HB177

TX HB177
Relating to the purchase of online library resources for primary and secondary schools by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.


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Introduced
11/12/2024
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the purchase of online library resources for primary and secondary schools by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to purchase online library resources for primary and secondary schools using appropriated funds or consortium service fees, with specific requirements for resource selection and vendor compliance. The bill mandates that these online library resources must meet standards established by the State Board of Education and have Internet safety policies that comply with federal technology protection measures (specifically 47 U.S.C. Sections 254(h)(5)(B) and (C)). Vendors must certify their compliance with these standards, and if they fail to do so, the State Board of Education can notify them and the commission may withhold payments or consider noncompliance a breach of contract. The commission is also required to submit an annual report to the Legislative Budget Board and the governor's office detailing vendor compliance issues. Additionally, the State Board of Education must establish a system for addressing complaints about online library resources and their vendors. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the necessary immediate voting support.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs (on 02/27/2025)

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