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This bill requires each member of the Texas State Senate and House of Representatives to substitute teach at a public school located in their district for at least one school day each school year, starting with the 2025-2026 school year. Legislators must report their compliance to their respective chamber's administration committee, which will maintain a public list of members who do not meet this requirement. The requirement aims to encourage legislators to directly engage with local public schools and gain firsthand experience in the educational environment of their district. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. By mandating this direct interaction with public schools, the bill seeks to foster a closer connection between elected representatives and the educational institutions in their local communities.

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