Bill > HB5614

This bill modifies Texas education law to expand prekindergarten (pre-K) programs by requiring school districts to offer full-day pre-K classes to any child who is at least three years old, instead of the previous more restrictive age and eligibility requirements. The bill eliminates half-day pre-K options and removes previous language that limited pre-K enrollment to specific categories of children. School districts must now offer pre-K classes if they identify at least 15 children who are three years or older, and they cannot charge tuition for these classes. The bill also updates related sections of education code to reflect these changes, such as how average daily attendance is calculated for pre-K programs. Districts may still offer additional pre-K classes on a tuition basis for children not covered by the new requirements. The changes will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, and the bill becomes effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate effect vote.

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