Bill > HB3277

This bill modifies the Texas Education Code by increasing the basic allotment amount for school districts from $6,160 to $7,500 per student in average daily attendance, and introduces an annual inflation adjustment mechanism for future school years. Starting with the 2026-2027 school year, the basic allotment will be automatically increased each year based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers, as determined by the comptroller. The bill also updates related provisions in the state education funding formulas to reference the new basic allotment amount, specifically in calculations of guaranteed levels of state and local funds per weighted student. This change aims to provide more consistent and inflation-responsive funding for school districts, helping to ensure that educational funding keeps pace with rising costs. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving school districts and state education administrators time to prepare for the new funding structure.

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