Bill > HB4359

This bill establishes a new process for the Sunset Advisory Commission to review school districts in Texas, requiring the commission to select two school districts from a different education service center region every review cycle. Specifically, the commission must choose one district with the lowest instructional spending per student and one with the highest instructional spending per student within that region. By October 31 of each odd-numbered year, the commission will select the education service center region, and by January 1 of the following year, they must prepare a detailed report identifying inefficiencies in the districts' operations, with a focus on how funds are used and their impact on instructional spending. The review can also include recommendations about the district's governance, management, operational structure, and compliance with legislative requirements. While the school districts will be subject to review like state agencies, they cannot be abolished. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these new review procedures.

Education, Government Affairs

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