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This bill establishes the Texas State Seal of Bilingualism and Biliteracy, a recognition for public high school graduates who demonstrate high-level proficiency in both English and another language. The Texas Education Agency will create the seal and determine rigorous requirements for earning it, which may include completing a project or portfolio but cannot require a specific examination. School districts must maintain records of students who earn the seal, affix a special insignia to their diploma, and note the achievement on their transcript. The seal aims to provide a formal acknowledgment of a student's bilingual skills that can be meaningful to future employers or postsecondary institutions. The bill will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate implementation possible if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature. The requirements will be developed by the education agency in consultation with stakeholders to ensure the seal represents a meaningful demonstration of language proficiency.

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