HB 3
88-0 (2023)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | City Government--Employees/Officers | CONSTABLES | County Government--Employees/Officers | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--General | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY, OFFICE OF | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | SHERIFFS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | Weapons
HB 11
88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Libraries & Librarians | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | Salaries & Expenses | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 13
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND CORPORATION, TEXAS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 100
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to public education and public school finance, including the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, contributions by a public school to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and an education savings account program for certain children.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Salaries & Expenses | TRANSFER STUDENTS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 128
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the exemption of certain school district and open-enrollment charter school employees from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Juries | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 166
88-0 (2023)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain public school students with disabilities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | INFORMED CONSENT
HB 221
88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that an election for a member of a board of trustees of an independent school district is partisan.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--General | Elections--Political Parties | Elections--School District
HB 316
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 333
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS SHORTAGE TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 646
88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo-Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 655
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the placement by a school district of a student who engages in habitually violent behavior.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety
HB 691
88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 768
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the use of personal leave during school holidays by certain school district employees.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE
HB 770
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the salary and wages paid to public school employees; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 920
88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 991
88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to establishing a minimum wage for school bus drivers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Wages | MINIMUM WAGE | Salaries & Expenses | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 1060
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the implementation of telehealth services programs at certain public primary and secondary schools and the appointment of a telehealth services program task force to conduct a study and issue a report concerning the implementation of those programs.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | Interim Studies | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TELEHEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM TASK FORCE | TELEMEDICINE
HB 1061
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement concerning the availability of nurses on the campus of a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1139
88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the employment of full-time registered nurses at public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 1143
88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the election of trustees of certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District
HB 1147
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of bleeding control stations in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| ALERT SYSTEM | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1177
88-0 (2023)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to a school security volunteer program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Safety | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1211
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance, including repayment of loans, for certain students attending postsecondary educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SCHOLARSHIPS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1249
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to continuing education requirements for public school counselors.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 1281
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 1371
88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to requiring an armed security officer at each school district campus.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
HB 1408
88-0 (2023)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to changing the elements of the offense of possession or promotion of lewd visual material depicting a child and to the prosecution and punishment of that offense and the severability of certain related penal laws.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 1485
88-0 (2023)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to staff development requirements for public educators regarding suicide prevention and other mental health training.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1548
88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the salary and wages paid to public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1789
88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to the application of nepotism prohibitions to a person appointed or employed by a school district as a bus driver.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | NEPOTISM | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1854
88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 1893
88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to compensation of school district trustees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 1905
88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to allowing school districts to make available certain school safety training courses to employees of certain private schools, child-care facilities, or organizations providing out-of-school-time care.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1932
88-0 (2023)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to a school psychologist licensed under the Occupations Code.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 2104
88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to requiring a school district to employ a social worker to assist district security personnel and oversee the district's threat assessment and safe and supportive school teams.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 2105
88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to training requirements for public school teachers under the school's multihazard emergency operations plan.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety
HB 2111
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain federal law enforcement agents as school district security personnel and the authority of the chief of school safety and security for the Texas Education Agency to carry a weapon on public school grounds.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Governor | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
HB 2176
88-0 (2023)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2204
88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers and cafeteria workers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 2269
88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to security personnel and school resource officers at public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2411
88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Drugs | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2693
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton
Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding recommended standards for school district facility maintenance and custodial services.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 2694
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 2695
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton
Relating to a school district policy regarding custodian workloads.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 2801
88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo-Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2891
88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the use of glucagon medication on certain public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DIABETES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 2937
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 3067
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton | et. al.
Relating to the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications by certain peace officers.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3094
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to eligibility for the school safety allotment under the public school finance system.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
HB 3140
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for the Teach for Texas Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3142
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the establishment of a counseling certification incentive program for school nurses by the Texas Education Agency.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 3201
88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to access to the registry of persons who are not eligible for employment in public schools.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3255
88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian | et. al.
Relating to emergency response management training for certain administrators and security personnel at public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3402
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to establishing a pilot program to provide school district employees assistance with child-care services.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3410
88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to staff development for public school employees in cultural competence and implicit bias and to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3546
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the justified use of force by a school employee or volunteer against a student.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Safety
HB 3572
88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the permissible uses of the school safety allotment under the public school finance system.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Safety
HB 3592
88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to standards to qualify as a licensed specialist in school psychology.
House: Public Health
No action taken in committee
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 3614
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to allowing public schools to employ or accept as volunteers chaplains.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Religion
HB 3623
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, ColeSponsor: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between public or private primary or secondary schools authorizing a school marshal of one school to act as a school marshal at the other school during an event at which both schools participate.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 3639
88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales, Christina | et. al.
Relating to active shooter response training for peace officers, including school district peace officers and school resource officers.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PEACE OFFICERS | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3654
88-0 (2023)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the suspension of a public school student for engaging in certain conduct against an employee or volunteer of a school district.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3680
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the administration of opioid antagonists by a school nurse or school district administrative personnel at public school campuses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 3733
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to a fentanyl awareness program in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3781
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach special education.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Financial--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers | State Finances--Management & Control | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 3788
88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to school district policies on dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Crimes Against | PEACE OFFICERS | SEXUAL ABUSE | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STALKING
HB 3791
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to access to the registry of persons who are not eligible for employment at public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems
HB 3792
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to requiring a public school to certify compliance with the requirements to discharge or refuse to employ certain ineligible persons and to report certain educator misconduct.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 3793
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the registry maintained by the Texas Education Agency of persons who are not eligible to be employed by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Electronic Information Systems | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3794
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the eligibility of persons convicted of certain offenses to serve as a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 3800
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain managed care plans.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3818
88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to financial assistance paid to survivors of certain public school employees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Open Records | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Weapons
HB 3833
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a public school counselor.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3898
88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to establishing a pilot program to provide a life skills advisor and establish a life skills circle to assess certain student behavior at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3928
88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to dyslexia evaluations and services for public school students, the provision of services for students with dyslexia and related disorders, and certain parental notice regarding the rights of parents of public school students with disabilities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| BECKLEY WILSON ACT | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | PARENTAL CONSENT | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4007
88-0 (2023)
Author: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to the open carrying of a handgun by a uniformed school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Weapons
HB 4033
88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4058
88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4093
88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the employment of a behavior specialist by regional education service centers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 4156
88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of a psychologist as a licensed specialist in school psychology; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 4188
88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the rights, certification, and compensation of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Libraries & Librarians | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | Salaries & Expenses | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4200
88-0 (2023)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the provision of services by nonphysician mental health professionals at school districts.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4223
88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to youth injury mitigation and information training for coaches and youth athletics personnel.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Amusements, Games, Sports | COACH SAFELY ACT | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4374
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John
Relating to substance abuse awareness programs in public schools and public institutions of higher education.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4470
88-0 (2023)
Author: Isaac, Carrie | et. al.
Relating to school marshals, including eligibility for appointment as a school marshal, and licensure and training requirements.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | PEACE OFFICERS | VOLUNTEERS | Weapons
HB 4575
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to continuing education requirements for public school counselors regarding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning youth issues.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 4582
88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to assist certain public schools in providing salaries to school security personnel.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PEACE OFFICERS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4586
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the Foundation School Program and compensation increases for public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4640
88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to payroll deductions for certain school district employees for membership in a professional organization or association.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | PAYCHECK PROTECTION ACT OF 2023 | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4777
88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to the model training curriculum for school district peace officers and school resource officers.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4824
88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the employment of armed commissioned security officers as school district security personnel.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
HB 4961
88-0 (2023)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to a parent's right to information concerning the gender identity of the parent's child.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Family--Parent & Child | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 4988
88-0 (2023)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to national criminal history reviews of a member of a board of trustees of an independent school district; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 5006
88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the certification requirements for a public school counselor.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 5077
88-0 (2023)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to licensure and training requirements for school marshals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | Weapons
HB 5096
88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to mental health first aid training for certain school district employees and volunteers.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 5261
88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Textbooks | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
SB 8
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials and the establishment of an education savings account program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Home Schooling | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Textbooks | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | INTERNET | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | PARENTAL RIGHTS | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | SEXUAL ORIENTATION | TRANSFER STUDENTS
SB 9
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance and waivers provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators, methods of instruction provided in public schools, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Postponed
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Libraries & Librarians | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL SECURITY | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 193
88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 245
88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
SB 294
88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors and medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 350
88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to a paid parental leave policy at public schools and an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE
SB 354
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the campus of a school district or open-enrollment charter school.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Weapons
SB 393
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to parental rights in public education and prohibiting instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for public school students; authorizing a civil remedy.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PARENTAL CONSENT | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 449
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to training requirements for public school board of trustees members and superintendents regarding the adoption of a trauma-informed school standard.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 595
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 629
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Drugs | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 662
88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the implementation of telehealth services programs at certain public primary and secondary schools and the appointment of a telehealth services program task force to conduct a study and issue a report concerning the implementation of those programs.
Senate: Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | Interim Studies | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TELEHEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM TASK FORCE | TELEMEDICINE
SB 668
88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to allowing school districts to make available certain school safety training courses to employees of certain private schools, child-care facilities, or organizations providing out-of-school-time care.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 683
88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authorization by a school district or open-enrollment charter school for a person to carry or possess a weapon on school premises for purposes of safety and security.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
SB 693
88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to the salary and wages paid to public school employees.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
SB 709
88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to school marshals, including eligibility for appointment as a school marshal, licensure and training requirements, and school marshal uniforms or badges.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Safety | Weapons
SB 737
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the Texas School Patrol.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 763
88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.Sponsor: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to allowing public schools to employ or accept as volunteers chaplains.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | Religion | VOLUNTEERS
SB 798
88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, MayesSponsor: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the certification requirements for a public school counselor.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 907
88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 999
88-0 (2023)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the requirement that providers of active shooter training at public schools and institutions of higher education obtain a certificate issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1072
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to local school health advisory councils and instruction regarding human sexuality, sexual orientation, and gender identity provided by public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | SEX EDUCATION
SB 1154
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the establishment by regional education service centers of regional school district health coverage advisory committees.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 1157
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to social workers employed by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1225
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain public school students with disabilities.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 1262
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a substitute teaching requirement for each member of the senate and the house of representatives.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | Legislature | SENATE, TEXAS
SB 1470
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to access to the registry of persons who are not eligible for employment in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1474
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach or provide services related to special education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VIDEO CAMERAS
SB 1475
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to licensure and training requirements for school marshals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | Weapons
SB 1547
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the permissible uses of the school safety allotment under the public school finance system.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Law Enforcement | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS | State Finances--Appropriations | Weapons
SB 1557
88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to providing for an election by the parent of a student who was victimized by a public school employee to transfer the student to another public school campus or receive funding for the student to attend private school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1633
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the establishment of a school marshal and guardian training grant program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1720
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of a public school employee who reports a potential threat to the school's threat assessment and safe and supportive school team.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Protection of Personal Information
SB 1781
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to health coverage for school district and open-enrollment charter school employees under interlocal contracts.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1797
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the employment of a behavior specialist by regional education service centers.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 1919
88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the employment of full-time registered nurses at public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
SB 1982
88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the supervision of students during a recess period provided by a public school.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | VOLUNTEERS
SB 2048
88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 2058
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the employment of or contracting for armed commissioned security officers as school district security personnel.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS & PRIVATE SECURITY AGENCIES
SB 2140
88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to a student's eligibility for special education services provided by a school district, including services for dyslexia and related disorders.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | LITERACY | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 2328
88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to certain occupancy preferences given by developments supported with a low income housing tax credit allocation.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General
SB 2394
88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to standards to qualify as a licensed specialist in school psychology.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 2407
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to licensure and training requirements for school marshals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | Weapons
SB 2535
88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the use of prescription glucagon medication on public and private school campuses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DIABETES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1
88-3 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.
Filed
| ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LITERACY | Military & Veterans | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--School District | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 54
88-3 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force.
Filed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS SHORTAGE TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 118
88-3 (2023)
Author: Leo-Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
HB 121
88-3 (2023)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to establishing a pilot program to provide school district employees assistance with child-care services.
Filed
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 154
88-3 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the duties of a public school counselor.
Filed
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 155
88-3 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Filed
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 177
88-3 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to a bonus payment for certain public school employees and to the public school finance system.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Safety | Salaries & Expenses
SB 2
88-3 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented by a school district, a security officer employed by a school district, the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program; making an appropriation.
Senate: Finance
Received from the Senate
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 52
88-3 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to a paid parental leave policy at public schools and an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy.
Filed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE
SB 58
88-3 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the rights and certification of public school educators and assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators and to certain allotments under the Foundation School Program.
Filed
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Salaries & Expenses | SENATE, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 80
88-3 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the salary and wages paid to public school employees.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1
88-4 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.
House: Educational Opportunity & Enrichment, Select
Recommitted to committee
| ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Bilingual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Property & Casualty | INTERNET | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LITERACY | Military & Veterans | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Taxation--School District
HB 26
88-4 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to parental consent for certain activities engaged in by a school district employee or contractor with respect to the parent’s child.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | INFORMED CONSENT | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 78
88-4 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the duties of a public school counselor.
Filed
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 79
88-4 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Filed
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 90
88-4 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to a bonus payment for certain public school employees and to the public school finance system.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 103
88-4 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the duties of a public school counselor.
Filed
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2
88-4 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented by a school district, the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program; making an appropriation.
House: Educational Opportunity & Enrichment, Select Senate: Finance
Referred to Educational Opportunity & Enrichment, Select
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 13
88-4 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to a paid parental leave policy at public schools and an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy.
Filed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE
HB 28
87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 47
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to presumptive coverage for school district employees that contract COVID-19.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 55
87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to the carrying and possession of a concealed handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Weapons
HB 159
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 181
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the employment of full-time registered nurses at public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | REGISTERED NURSES
HB 189
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent or administrator serving as educational leader and chief executive officer of an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
HB 220
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to establishing resource campuses to improve a public school campus not performing satisfactorily.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 226
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 250
87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to establishing a minimum wage for school bus drivers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Wages | MINIMUM WAGE | Salaries & Expenses | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 278
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the appointment of an individual to a school district board of managers by the commissioner of education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 287
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors to comply with the ratio requirement of counselors to public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 517
87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to a school district policy regarding custodian workloads.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CUSTODIAL SERVICES & WORKERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 518
87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding recommended standards for school district facility maintenance and custodial services.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 589
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 640
87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to public and private school searches of students with parental consent and certain disciplinary measures and other procedures that may arise from such a search.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 732
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to establishing a minimum wage for public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | MINIMUM WAGE | Salaries & Expenses
HB 733
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to state assistance for school employees uniform group health coverage.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 745
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the establishment of telehealth programs by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
HB 877
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the appointment of an educational representative for certain students with disabilities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INFORMED CONSENT
HB 1016
87-0 (2021)
Author: Ordaz, Claudia | et. al.
Relating to emergency school drills and exercises conducted by public schools.
House: Public Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
HB 1055
87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Christina | et. al.
Relating to the employment of health care professionals at public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 1068
87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the use of personal leave during school holidays by certain school district employees.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE
HB 1088
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1113
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to staff development for public school employees in cultural competence and implicit bias and to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1207
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to additional optional training and course work for public school principals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1288
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the date on which an election for trustees of certain school districts must be held.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Elections--School District
HB 1311
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the election of trustees of certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Elections--School District
HB 1370
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to a notification requirement concerning the availability of nurses on the campus of a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1552
87-0 (2021)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Relating to retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who resume certain employment with a school district.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 1613
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the requirement for certain public school teachers and principals to attend a literacy achievement academy or otherwise demonstrate proficiency in reading instruction.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | READING & PRE-READING | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1713
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain mental health professionals at a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | REGISTERED NURSES
HB 1788
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, ColeSponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to immunity from liability of public and private schools and security personnel employed by those schools for certain actions of security personnel.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2068
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers and cafeteria workers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 2198
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the prosecution and punishment for certain offenses regarding the possession or promotion of lewd material depicting a child; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 2214
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the expiration of a school marshal license issued or renewed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2605
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 2688
87-0 (2021)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the term of office for certain trustees of an independent school district.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 2778
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the model training curriculum and required training for school district peace officers and school resource officers, including the establishment of a grant program to assist officers in completing the training, and to instruction for public high school students about interacting with law enforcement.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2827
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transfer to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of certain responsibilities relating to postsecondary education and career counseling.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2846
87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2954
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention grant program for certain public elementary schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 3010
87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to a limitation on the salary of superintendents and chief executive officers of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3089
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to meetings of school districts' local school health advisory councils.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety | Open Meetings
HB 3256
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harless, Sam | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality of a full-time public school employee's home or residence address in certain government records and documents.
House: Public Education Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Protection of Personal Information | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3258
87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to training requirements for a member of the board of trustees and the superintendent of an independent school district regarding cultural competence and implicit bias.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3372
87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to requiring school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to post the annual compensation of the superintendent or chief executive officer on the district's or school's Internet website.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Open Records | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3450
87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the justified use of force by a school employee or volunteer against a student.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 3454
87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to certain employment and occupational licensing restrictions based on a person's prior conviction.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FOOD | OCCUPATIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3457
87-0 (2021)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the applicability of certain laws to the Windham School District and teachers or administrators of the district.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 3597
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to policies, procedures, and measures for school safety in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3667
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS SHORTAGE TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3728
87-0 (2021)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to a school psychologist licensed under the Occupations Code.
House: Public Health
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 3757
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to a recommendation by the COVID-19 Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel to prioritize public school employees in vaccine allocation and distribution.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 3776
87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to criminal background checks for certain persons employed by certain public school contractors.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3804
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3819
87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to a public school district policy providing that a school nurse may administer prescription asthma medicine to a student.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 4023
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to establishing a pilot program to employ a life skills counselor at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4079
87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools and the use of the school safety allotment to employ mental health professionals.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4083
87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the assignment of certain behavioral health professionals to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 4111
87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the employment of diversity, equity, and inclusion officers by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 4382
87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria | et. al.
Relating to personal leave provided for a public school employee who is ordered to isolate due to exposure to or testing positive for certain diseases.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | SICK LEAVE
SB 78
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 88
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a special education liaison program and the provision of certain special education services at public school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 158
87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to waiving the fee for the issuance of a duplicate, modified, or renewed license to carry a handgun for school marshals.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 168
87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.Sponsor: Ordaz, Claudia | et. al.
Relating to emergency school drills and exercises conducted by public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
SB 178
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 179
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 180
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 238
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the use of the school safety allotment for a school district's pandemic preparation and response.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety
SB 253
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to social work services in public schools.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 257
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to personal leave provided for a public school employee who tests positive for certain diseases.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 406
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to training requirements for public school board of trustees members and superintendents regarding the adoption of a trauma-informed school standard.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 514
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the campus of a school district or open-enrollment charter school.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Weapons
SB 534
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to immunity from liability of public and private schools and security personnel employed by those schools for certain actions of security personnel.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 564
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to school district employment policies regarding the notice required before filling certain vacant positions at the district.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 612
87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of school district employees for workers' compensation benefits for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and payment of those benefits.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 741
87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Weapons
SB 785
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the expiration of a school marshal license issued or renewed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 838
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the authorization by a school district or open-enrollment charter school for a person to carry or possess a weapon on school premises for purposes of safety and security.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | Weapons
SB 892
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a school district or open-enrollment charter school adopting a policy allowing a school employee to carry or possess a handgun on school property or at a school event.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
SB 894
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the model training curriculum and required education and training of security personnel employed by a school district.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 980
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention program for certain public elementary school campuses.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 1051
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for school counselors employed by a school district.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LOANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 1191
87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the definition of a school resource officer.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1267
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1317
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the training and responsibilities of certain educational entities that have certain responsibilities regarding public school oversight.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 1318
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of education to conduct special accreditation investigations.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts
SB 1487
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the use of peace officers as attendance officers for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONSTABLES | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1703
87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to continuing education for public school counselors and the provision of postsecondary counseling by certain counselors at public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1792
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to a leave pool for school district employees.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Labor--General
SB 1869
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the election of trustees of certain school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Elections--School District
SB 1870
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the date on which an election for trustees of certain school districts must be held.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Elections--School District
SB 2063
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to public school discipline policies, practices, and procedures regarding student substance use and substance abuse prevention and intervention and mental health training for campus behavior coordinators.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2105
87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the appointment of an educational representative for certain students with disabilities.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INFORMED CONSENT
HB 216
87-1 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to social studies curriculum in public schools.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 3
87-2 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to civics training programs for certain public school social studies teachers and principals, parental access to certain learning management systems, and certain curriculum in public schools, including certain instructional requirements and prohibitions.
House: Public Education Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 18
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 19
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 58
86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to public and private school searches of students with parental consent and certain disciplinary measures and other procedures that may arise from such a search.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 111
86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to public school policy and training for public school employees addressing the prevention of sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and other maltreatment of certain children.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | SEXUAL ABUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 116
86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 118
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 129
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the assignment of certain certified or licensed professionals to certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 149
86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 197
86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 239
86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 257
86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a policy requiring certain public primary and secondary schools to provide local law enforcement agencies certain information regarding certain individuals authorized to carry a handgun on a campus.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
HB 403
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to training requirements for a member of the board of trustees and the superintendent of an independent school district regarding sexual abuse, human trafficking, and other maltreatment of children.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| CHILD ABUSE | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | SEXUAL ABUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 414
86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the civil liability of an educator justified in using force in certain circumstances, suspension of a student who assaults an employee of a school, and protection of an educator's employment in certain situations.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | TEACHER'S PROTECTION ACT
HB 496
86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to traumatic injury response protocol and the use of bleeding control stations in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 684
86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the care of students with seizure disorders and the training requirements for certain school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | SAM'S LAW
HB 692
86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the suspension of a student who is homeless from public school.
House: Public Education Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HOMELESS
HB 727
86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 769
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the termination of the contract of a superintendent of a school district based on malfeasance.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 880
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina | et. al.
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 961
86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the membership and training course requirements of a public school concussion oversight team and the removal of a public school student from an interscholastic athletic activity on the basis of a suspected concussion.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Health Care Providers | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 1069
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1072
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 1106
86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the number of school marshals that may be appointed to serve on a public school campus or at a private school.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
HB 1108
86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the carrying and possession of a concealed handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Weapons
HB 1119
86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the public school finance system and to the salary paid to certain professional staff employed by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND COMMITTEE | Salaries & Expenses | State Finances--Budget
HB 1160
86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the use of the compensatory education allotment for a school district's school guidance and counseling program or counseling or social work services.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1387
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the number of school marshals that may be appointed to serve on a public school campus or at a private school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
HB 1392
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the mandatory removal of a public school student from the classroom following certain conduct.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1467
86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1468
86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the creation of a task force to examine the effectiveness of school mental health programs provided for students enrolled in public schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE
HB 1517
86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1582
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lang, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a school district or open-enrollment charter school to employ or provide chaplains.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Religion
HB 1636
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1640
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to establishing a pilot program to employ a life skills counselor at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| BORDER | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | GULF OF MEXICO | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1664
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the requirement of certain administrators of certain educational entities to report certain educator misconduct to the State Board for Educator Certification.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Minors--Crimes Against | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 1679
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for school counselors employed by a school district.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1740
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a limitation on the salary of superintendents of school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2074
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a public school counselor regarding student discipline.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 2095
86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the availability of certain behavioral health professionals at certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2097
86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program for the provision of health coverage for school district employees in certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2243
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the use of prescription asthma medicine on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 2328
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the training requirements for and the expiration of a school marshal license issued or renewed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 2389
86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the applicability of certain requirements to certain nonprofit organizations regarding before-school and after-school programs established by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 2608
86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Safety | Weapons
HB 2619
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to eligibility for membership and funding of benefits for certain peace officers.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 2653
86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to public school policies and procedures for the establishment of threat assessment teams.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2689
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to the designation of a cybersecurity coordinator by each school district.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems
HB 2738
86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting the misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating criminal offenses.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | Labor--Management Relations | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
HB 2881
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to establishing resource campuses to improve a public school campus not performing satisfactorily.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 2997
86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention training for certain public school employees and public school mental health related programs and the applicability of related immunity provisions.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 3026
86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the assignment of certain behavioral health professionals to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 3066
86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to certain retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who resume certain employment with a school district.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 3101
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3102
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to requiring an independent school district to post a superintendent's annual compensation on its Internet website.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Open Records | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3131
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3133
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the use of personal leave during school holidays by school district employees.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Holidays
HB 3220
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PSYCHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3259
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to a wage increase for certain public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3274
86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to establishing a minimum wage for public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3276
86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to state assistance for school employees uniform group health coverage.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3411
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to suicide prevention in public school curriculum and certain educational programs concerning suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 3470
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the duties of school district peace officers, school resource officers, and security personnel.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3630
86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to prohibiting the use of certain aversive techniques on students enrolled in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3804
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to an annual cost-of-living adjustment for school district employees and an annual adjustment to the basic allotment under the public school finance system to reflect inflation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3946
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to immunity from liability of public and private schools and security personnel employed by those schools for certain actions of security personnel.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4014
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the licensing and regulation of school psychologists.
House: Public Health
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF
HB 4033
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the employment of certain mental health professionals at a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 4093
86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to requiring a duty-free lunch period for certain public school personnel.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DUTY-FREE LUNCHES | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 4095
86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to a school district policy regarding custodian workloads.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CUSTODIAL SERVICES & WORKERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 4096
86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to a study by the Texas Education Agency regarding recommended standards for school district facility maintenance and custodial services.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CUSTODIAL SERVICES & WORKERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 4332
86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors to comply with the ratio requirement of counselors to public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 4334
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FRAUD
HB 4342
86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Texas School Safety Center.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Governor | Minors--Health & Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS
HB 4560
86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the salary, wages, and reimbursement paid to public school employees and state assistance for school employees uniform group health coverage; making an appropriation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4592
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a limitation on the salary of certain administrative public education employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4603
86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the allocation and deposit of certain surplus state revenue to the property tax relief fund for use in reducing school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes and providing compensation for teachers, counselors, and librarians employed in public schools.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | Taxation--School District
HB 4627
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a limitation on the salary of superintendents of school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
SB 4
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to public school finance and public education.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Textbooks | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GIFTED & TALENTED STUDENTS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate | Taxation--School District
SB 11
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to policies, procedures, and measures for school safety and mental health promotion in public schools and the creation of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STUDENT LOANS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 142
86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the availability of school counselors at public middle, junior high, and high school campuses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
SB 193
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to waiving the fee for the issuance of a duplicate, modified, or renewed license to carry a handgun for school marshals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | Weapons
SB 206
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a school district or open-enrollment charter school to employ or provide chaplains.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Religion
SB 209
86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to social work services in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 243
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Safety | Weapons
SB 244
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the number of school marshals that may be appointed to serve on a public school campus or at a private school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
SB 293
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 299
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 316
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the attorney general's duty to defend public school teachers.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 326
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 344
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 372
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the authority of an open-enrollment charter school to employ security personnel, commission peace officers, and have school resource officers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Safety | Weapons
SB 406
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a school marshal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Safety | Weapons
SB 426
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 458
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to training requirements for a member of the board of trustees and the superintendent of an independent school district regarding sexual abuse, human trafficking, and other maltreatment of children.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | SEXUAL ABUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 477
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the expiration of a school marshal license issued or renewed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 503
86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 504
86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to the inclusion of certain information in postsecondary education and career counseling academies developed for certain school counselors and other postsecondary advisors employed by a school district.
House: Public Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 712
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the use of certain aversive techniques on students enrolled in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 721
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to a limitation on the salary of superintendents of school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
SB 722
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to prohibiting a severance payment to a superintendent of a school district in certain circumstances.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
SB 723
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to requiring an independent school district and an open-enrollment charter school to post certain annual compensation on its Internet website.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Open Records | Salaries & Expenses
SB 727
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of education to conduct special accreditation investigations.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts
SB 811
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hefner, Cole
Relating to immunity from liability of public and private schools and security personnel employed by those schools for certain actions of security personnel.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Safety
SB 913
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 914
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 933
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FRAUD
SB 1001
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the suspension of a student who is homeless from public school.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HOMELESS
SB 1044
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to training requirements for public school nurses and certain other school personnel regarding seizure recognition and related first aid.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | SAM'S LAW
SB 1181
86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a wage increase for certain public school employees.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
SB 1256
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting the misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating criminal offenses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | Labor--Management Relations | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
SB 1359
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program for the provision of health coverage for school district employees in certain school districts.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1476
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: King, Ken
Relating to the requirement for certain administrators of certain educational entities to report certain educator misconduct to the State Board for Educator Certification.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 1562
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 1600
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resignation or termination or nonrenewal of the contract of a superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 1619
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the availability of certain information regarding school district employee compensation and employment contracts and to the term of a contract for a teacher and a superintendent of a school district.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Salaries & Expenses
SB 1654
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to studies concerning public school employee and retiree health coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 1665
86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the use of prescription asthma medicine on public and private school campuses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 1704
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a school district or open-enrollment charter school adopting a policy allowing a school employee to carry or possess a handgun on school property or at a school event.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
SB 1707
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to the duties of school district peace officers, school resource officers, and security personnel.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1849
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to public school safety measures, access to mental health professionals in public schools and during certain emergencies, access to criminal history and mental health records, and access to firearms; requiring a certificate for employment as a school behavioral counselor; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
SB 1878
86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1892
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for school counselors employed by a school district.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 1989
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of restraint, seclusion, and time-out in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
SB 2087
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to traumatic injury response protocol and the use of bleeding control kits in public schools.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Finances--Appropriations | Weapons
SB 2108
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the training and responsibilities of certain educational entities that have certain responsibilities regarding public school oversight.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2146
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the campus of a school district or open-enrollment charter school.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Weapons
SB 2201
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to local goals for public education and governance of local school districts.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | TERM LIMITS
HB 11
85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 54
85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Libraries & Librarians | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 176
85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to public and private school searches of students with parental consent and certain disciplinary measures and other procedures that may arise from such a search.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 179
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 181
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 185
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to reporting principal turnover information in the performance report of a public school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 218
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to improper relationships between educators and students; creating a criminal offense and expanding the applicability of an existing offense.
House: Public Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
HB 230
85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 310
85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the use of the compensatory education allotment for a school district's school guidance and counseling program.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 353
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the assignment of certain behavioral health professionals to certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 356
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the carrying of concealed or holstered handguns by certain handgun license holders attending a meeting of the board of trustees of a school district or the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Weapons
HB 367
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to donation and distribution of surplus food at public schools and grace period policies for public school students with insufficient balances on prepaid meal cards.
House: Public Education Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | FOOD | GIFTS & DONATIONS
HB 460
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to continuing education requirements for certain educators.
House: Public Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 627
85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the regulation of licensed specialists in school psychology.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 726
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the mandatory removal of public school students from classrooms following certain conduct.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 743
85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Public Education
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 765
85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to requiring political subdivisions to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Electronic Information Systems | Governor | Labor--General | Political Subdivisions
HB 860
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the compensation of public school district employees for additional workdays.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 861
85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional staff employed by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 867
85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to school marshals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
HB 960
85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the appointment of school marshals by public schools and the ammunition approved for use by a school marshal serving a public school or a public junior college.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
HB 1253
85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the free speech right of a member of a board of trustees of a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1313
85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the establishment of school marshal grant programs by the criminal justice division of the governor's office and the adoption of a school marshals promotion program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Weapons
HB 1403
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of improper relationship between educator and student.
House: Public Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
HB 1419
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1692
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to the transportation or storage of a handgun or other firearm or ammunition by a license holder in a motor vehicle in a parking area of a primary or secondary school.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
HB 1799
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1847
85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INTERNET | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1869
85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to training for employees of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools on the prevention of sexual abuse and other maltreatment of certain children.
House: Public Education
Referred directly to s/c on Educator Quality by chair
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2209
85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2245
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to restrictions on the use of certain sprays, Tasers, and stun guns against public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Weapons
HB 2357
85-0 (2017)
Author: Cosper, Scott
Relating to certain practice locations for licensed specialists in school psychology.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 2537
85-0 (2017)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to requiring public schools to provide information to certain students on the availability of financial assistance for postsecondary education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3035
85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to state assistance for education employees uniform group health coverage.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3119
85-0 (2017)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to funding sources for the repayment of certain speech-language pathologist and audiologist education loans.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LOANS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3421
85-0 (2017)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the types of medical professionals who may conduct an examination of certain school bus drivers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3472
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the issuance of school district teaching permits to authorize individuals to teach certain classes.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3585
85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to common admission application forms for institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3590
85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to reducing regulations on the application of certain pesticides by school district employees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
| Agriculture | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES
HB 3741
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to termination or suspension without pay of certain school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3769
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to improper relationships between educators and students and reporting of educator misconduct; creating a criminal offense and expanding the applicability of an existing offense; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
HB 3853
85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the availability of certain behavioral health professionals at certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3862
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a wage increase for certain public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Wages
HB 3887
85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to trauma training for public school personnel.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3916
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the ineligibility of educators or certain other school personnel for benefits from certain public retirement systems because of a conviction for an offense the victim of which is a student.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 4075
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, membership in, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Insurance--Health & Accident | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 4237
85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training for university employees.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 7
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to improper relationships between educators and students and reporting of educator misconduct; creating a criminal offense and expanding the applicability of an existing offense; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
SB 101
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to commissioned security officers employed by the board of trustees of a school district.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
SB 196
85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 247
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to funding sources for the repayment of certain speech-language pathologist and audiologist education loans.
Senate: Higher Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LOANS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 411
85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 444
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to school marshals for private schools.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
SB 478
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to a requirement that a school district or open-enrollment charter school terminate certain employees convicted of certain offenses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Against Morals | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
SB 490
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to school counselors in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 529
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 653
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the eligibility of certain employees or annuitants convicted of certain felony offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Crimes Against | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 672
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the collection and publication of the number of security personnel or commissioned peace officers employed by each school district and assigned to each district campus.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | INTERNET | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 673
85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 777
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the availability of school counselors at public middle, junior high, and high school campuses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 778
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the appointment of school marshals by public schools and the ammunition approved for use by a school marshal serving a public school or a public junior college.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Safety | Weapons
SB 1533
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training for university employees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1566
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: King, Ken
Relating to certain powers and duties of the board of trustees of an independent school district and the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school and to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Weapons
SB 1664
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, membership in, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 1754
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the school district grievance procedures for resolving complaints received by students' parents or guardians.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
SB 1770
85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the regulation of licensed specialists in school psychology.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 1800
85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of improper relationship between educator and student.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 1813
85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to the adoption of common admission application forms for institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1890
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to employing, terminating, and reporting misconduct of public school personnel and related entity personnel, including creating a registry of persons ineligible for hire; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 1899
85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to common admission application forms for institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 1942
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the transportation or storage of a handgun or other firearm or ammunition by a license holder in a motor vehicle in a parking area of a primary or secondary school.
House: Public Education Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
HB 24
85-1 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 145
85-1 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to social work services in public schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 217
85-1 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 218
85-1 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 255
85-1 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional staff employed by public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 262
85-1 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to prohibited adverse personnel action against a school district employee who in good faith reports child abuse or neglect.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Family--Child Protection | Labor--Management Relations
HB 270
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to classroom teachers and other professional employees employed by public schools; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 94
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | Law Enforcement | State Employees
HB 18
84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to measures to support public school student academic achievement and high school, college, and career preparation.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 47
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 54
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to termination or suspension without pay of certain school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 182
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to censure of a member of a school district board of trustees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 289
84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the composition of the board of trustees of certain independent school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 294
84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 313
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 338
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the evaluation of an internal auditor employed by a school district.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 357
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the responsibilities of public school counselors.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION--PRIMARY & SECONDARY--CLASS SIZE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 370
84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to notifying a parent or guardian whether an employee of a school is appointed school marshal and the confidentiality of information submitted to or collected by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement in connection with a certification for appointment as school marshal.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | Weapons
HB 405
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the creation of a task force to evaluate training provided to members of a school district board of trustees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 566
84-0 (2015)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors on public and open-enrollment charter school campuses and at off-campus school-sanctioned events.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 576
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to service retirement benefits payable by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas to certain bus drivers who return to work.
House: Pensions
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 717
84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the election of trustees of certain school districts from single-member trustee districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District
HB 729
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 730
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 775
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to removing the requirement of satisfactory performance on state assessment instruments for public school grade-level promotion and providing alternative compliance for the requirement of satisfactory performance on state assessment instruments for graduation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts
HB 868
84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to a defense to prosecution for and civil liability of an educator who uses force or deadly force to protect the educator's person, students of the school, or property of the school, and suspension of a student who assaults an employee of a school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 874
84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to employment of persons with advanced degrees as public school teachers.
House: Public Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 917
84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to school marshals for private schools, notifying a parent or guardian whether an employee of a public or private school is appointed school marshal, and the confidentiality of information submitted to or collected by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement in connection with a certification for appointment as school marshal.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Weapons
HB 985
84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to mental health screening for public school students who may be a danger to self or others and to suspension or educational placement of those students; creating an offense.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Crime Prevention | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 1174
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the types of medical professionals who may conduct an examination of certain school bus drivers.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1209
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to funding sources for the repayment of certain speech-language pathologist and audiologist education loans.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1304
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the use of school committees to make determinations regarding graduation for certain public high school students who fail to perform satisfactorily on end-of-course assessment instruments.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing
HB 1434
84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the assignment of certain behavioral health professionals and school counselors to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1536
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to state interventions and sanctions against public school campuses with unacceptable performance and the establishment of the Texas Opportunity School District.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | TEXAS OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 1553
84-0 (2015)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to requiring political subdivisions to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Governor | Labor--General | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 1597
84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to state assistance for school employees uniform group health coverage.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1601
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to eligibility of certain school district employees for certification as a principal.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1604
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the mandatory removal of public school students from classrooms following certain conduct.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1682
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1729
84-0 (2015)
Author: Peña, Gilbert
Relating to the qualifications of persons employed as nurses by public school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 1773
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the creation of a task force to examine the effectiveness of school counseling programs in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 1883
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the acquisition of certain professional services by a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1931
84-0 (2015)
Author: Galindo, Rick
Relating to reporting requirements for gift or entertainment expenditures made by a person for a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Ethics
HB 1938
84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1959
84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to a requirement that public school counselors provide parents with information regarding assessment instruments used in the admissions processes of colleges and universities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts
HB 2010
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to public and private school searches of students with parental consent and certain disciplinary measures and other procedures that may arise from such a search.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 2186
84-0 (2015)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to suicide prevention training for educators in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 2220
84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to mental health first aid training for school district employees and school resource officers.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2224
84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to leadership development of public school administrators.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2252
84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the use of the compensatory education allotment for a school district's school guidance and counseling program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 2397
84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to public school interventions and procedures for truancy.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS | TRUANCY
HB 2539
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to training requirements for a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.
House: Public Education
Withdrawn from schedule
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2677
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to training for employees of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools on the prevention of sexual abuse and other maltreatment of certain children.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | SEXUAL ABUSE
HB 2847
84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools; providing immunity.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3359
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin | et. al.
Relating to requirements for coaches of youth sports programs.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| Amusements, Games, Sports | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3474
84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to issues affecting counties and other governmental entities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate discharges conferees
| County Government--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Meetings | Open Records | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3875
84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for public schools.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3879
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to employment of athletic coaches by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3957
84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to recovery by school districts of overpayments of salary to district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Labor--Wages | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3979
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to restrictions on the use of certain sprays, stun guns, and Tasers against public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Weapons
HB 4006
84-0 (2015)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to a requirement that a school district, open-enrollment charter school, or shared services arrangement terminate or refuse to hire an employee or applicant convicted of certain offenses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Morals | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 4047
84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the extension to open-enrollment charter school employees of certain rights granted to school district employees.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 28
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to immunity from liability for public and open-enrollment charter school campuses that maintain a supply of epinephrine auto-injectors for emergency use.
House: Public Education Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Public Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 66
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors on public school and open-enrollment charter school campuses and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CAMERON ESPINOSA ACT | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 69
84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 133
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to mental health first aid training for school district employees and school resource officers.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 164
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a notification requirement if a school counselor is not assigned to a public school campus in certain school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 165
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 167
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified school counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 168
84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Farias, Joe
Relating to temporary waiver of superintendent certification for employment of public school district superintendents.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 301
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to school marshals for private schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
SB 382
84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to public school educator continuing education credit for instruction on the use of an automated external defibrillator.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety
SB 647
84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority of an open-enrollment charter school to commission peace officers.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 659
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to state assistance for school employees uniform group health coverage.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 669
84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to state interventions and sanctions against public school campuses with unacceptable performance and the establishment of the Texas Opportunity School District for educating students at certain low-performing campuses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | LOW PERFORMING CAMPUS INTERVENTION ACT | TEXAS OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
SB 675
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to social work services in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 895
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to state interventions and sanctions against public school campuses with unacceptable performance and the establishment of the Texas Opportunity School District.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | TEXAS OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
SB 996
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.Sponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to notifying a parent or guardian whether an employee of a school is appointed school marshal and the confidentiality of information submitted to or collected by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement in connection with a certification for appointment as school marshal.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | Weapons
SB 1036
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to leadership development of public school administrators.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1058
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the reporting of criminal history record information of educators and other public school employees who engage in certain misconduct.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1114
84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for public schools.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1169
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention training for educators in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
SB 1179
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to abolishing certain occupational licensing requirements and associated regulations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Animals | BARBERS | COSMETOLOGISTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | INTERIOR DESIGNERS | LOCKSMITHS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | TOW COMPANIES & TOWING OF VEHICLES
SB 1319
84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to requirements for coaches of youth sports programs.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| Amusements, Games, Sports | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1438
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to funding sources for the repayment of certain speech-language pathologist and audiologist education loans.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | LOANS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
SB 1497
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to a requirement that a school district or open-enrollment charter school terminate certain employees convicted of certain offenses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Morals | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
SB 1570
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the use of the compensatory education allotment for a school district's school guidance and counseling program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 1682
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the contract required to be used by school districts in employing teachers and other professional employees.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
SB 1696
84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a prohibition against the use of certain sprays, stun guns, and Tasers by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Weapons
SB 1775
84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the acquisition of certain professional services by a school district.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 1784
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to information regarding the number of school counselors in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 176
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 280
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 282
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 344
83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to an exit audit of a school district and an exit interview of a school district superintendent.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 456
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to training for school district liaisons who assist students in the conservatorship of the state with school enrollments and transfers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 590
83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to determining a child's eligibility for a school district's special education program on the basis of a visual impairment.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 642
83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, DianeSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to continuing education requirements for certain educators.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 804
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to materials for school districts on human trafficking.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 897
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in secondary education curriculum.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 903
83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the evaluation of an internal auditor employed by a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 992
83-0 (2013)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to an election to authorize an increase in a school district superintendent's salary.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1009
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a new category of law enforcement officer who shall be designated a school marshal, the training and appointment of certain employees of a school district or open-enrollment charter school as school marshals, and the rights, restrictions, limitations, and responsibilities of school marshals; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | PROTECTION OF TEXAS CHILDREN ACT | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 1029
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to a home loan program operated by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Financial--General | Housing--General | LOANS | Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1073
83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain graduate programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1095
83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers for unemployment compensation benefits.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
HB 1154
83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to termination or suspension without pay of certain school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1213
83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the authority of a mental health professional or school counselor to disclose certain confidential information.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1230
83-0 (2013)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to the assignment of a public school student to an inexperienced or uncertified teacher.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1657
83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the use of certain professional titles by licensed specialists in school psychology.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 1698
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the responsibilities of public school social workers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1720
83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the duties and number of certified counselors in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 1896
83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to firearm training and the authority of certain employees of a school district or open-enrollment charter school to carry or possess a handgun on certain school premises; authorizing a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Weapons
HB 1952
83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to professional development training for certain public school personnel regarding student disciplinary procedures.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1976
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to payment of a public school teacher pending appeal of discharge for cause.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2013
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to a principal preparation grant program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2450
83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot program operated by certain public or private primary or secondary or open-enrollment charter schools in Webb County concerning searches and drug testing of students with parental consent and certain disciplinary measures and other procedures that may arise from such a search or test.
House: Public Education Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
| BOOT CAMPS | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 2607
83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the representation through a telephone conference call of a school district employee under a district grievance policy.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | TELECONFERENCING
HB 2698
83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to a study of the feasibility of establishing a program to connect veterans seeking employment in school security positions with independent school districts seeking to employ security personnel.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Intergovernmental Relations | Interim Studies | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2961
83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the social security numbers of school district employees.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Open Meetings | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 2980
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to student transfers and to the maintenance and dissemination of certain school-related information.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CHARTER SCHOOLS | Crimes--Juvenile | DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | INTERNET | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 3001
83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the duties of a school district peace officer.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3002
83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3175
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3183
83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the types of medical professionals who may conduct an examination of certain school bus drivers.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3197
83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the prosecution of and conduct prohibited by the offense of improper relationship between educator and student.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 3225
83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to training for public school educators in identifying mental health and suicide risks among students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 3449
83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the exception under the public information law for certain information held by a school district.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Open Records
HB 3635
83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the assignment of a licensed psychologist or professional counselor to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3809
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, Marsha
Relating to counselors employed by school districts, including the use of consistent terminology in the Education Code to refer to school counselors and a license requirement for licensed professional counselors employed by school districts.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 38
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to determining a child's eligibility for a school district's special education program on the basis of a visual impairment.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 261
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of automated external defibrillators in secondary education curriculum.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 286
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to a home loan program operated by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Financial--General | Housing--General | LOANS | Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
SB 401
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to a notification requirement if a school counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 418
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 620
83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 710
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 713
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 715
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Farney, Marsha
Relating to counselors employed by school districts, including the use of consistent terminology in the Education Code to refer to school counselors and a license requirement for licensed professional counselors employed by school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 716
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 832
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to training for school district and open-enrollment charter school liaisons who assist students in the conservatorship of the state with school enrollments and transfers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 925
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a license requirement for licensed professional counselors employed by school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
SB 940
83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the application of whistleblower protections to employees of an open-enrollment charter school.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | WHISTLEBLOWERS
SB 955
83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the training of certain persons in mental health first aid and assistance, the funding of mental health first aid and assistance training, and the liability of certain persons providing assistance to persons experiencing a mental health crisis.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1122
83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a prohibition against the use of certain sprays, stun guns, and Tasers by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
SB 1161
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the creation of a new category of law enforcement officer who shall be designated a school marshal, the training and appointment of certain employees of a school district or open-enrollment charter school as school marshals, and the rights, restrictions, limitations, and responsibilities of school marshals; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | PROTECTION OF TEXAS CHILDREN ACT | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
SB 1178
83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to training for public school educators in identifying mental health and suicide risks among students.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
SB 1307
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to continuing education requirements for certain public school educators.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 1539
83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to professional development training for certain public school personnel regarding student disciplinary procedures.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 61
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 62
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 284
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 285
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
HB 336
82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, MarisaSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the filing and posting on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures required in connection with the office of member of the board of trustees of certain school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--Campaign Financing | Elections--School District | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | Protection of Personal Information
HB 359
82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to discipline in public schools, including the use of certain disciplinary methods and the prosecution of certain children for school-related offenses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 398
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, JimSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the eligibility of employees convicted of certain offenses to provide services under a contract with a public school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 400
82-0 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Relating to flexibility for public schools to administer primary and secondary education efficiently.
House: Public Education
Postponed
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District | Taxation--School District
HB 493
82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to evaluation under the public school accountability system of the delivery of library resources.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Libraries & Librarians
HB 653
82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain graduate programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 826
82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, JoeSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to facilitating the enrollment in or transfer to a public school district of a student in the conservatorship of the state.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 899
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the use of certain professional titles by licensed specialists in school psychology.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 1016
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a requirement that public school counselors demonstrate knowledge of counseling regarding higher education to obtain a school counselor certificate.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1017
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1018
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 1019
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to distinct certificate classes for public elementary school counselors and public secondary school counselors.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1158
82-0 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to additional optional training and course work for public school principals.
House: Public Education
Reported favorably as substituted
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1312
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the categories of performance for which a public school campus may receive a distinction designation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1386
82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the public health threat presented by youth suicide and the qualification of certain persons serving as marriage and family therapists in school districts.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| BULLYING | DISCRIMINATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Electronic Information Systems | HARASSMENT | SEXUAL ORIENTATION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 1394
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to reports concerning the number of full-time librarians, counselors, and school nurses who are employed at a public school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 1494
82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to a prohibition against use of school district resources for a hotel.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HOTELS & MOTELS
HB 1505
82-0 (2011)
Author: Munoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to librarians employed by school districts.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Libraries & Librarians
HB 1511
82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a requirement that interviews conducted in connection with school district personnel matters be recorded by a certified shorthand reporter.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1513
82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to hearings on certain public school employee employment decisions before the board of trustees of a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1549
82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to certification and continuing education requirements for certain public education administrators.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1587
82-0 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the evaluation of public school teachers.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1610
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to educator misconduct and employment sanctions for certain misconduct; providing a penalty.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Labor--General
HB 1632
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the dates by which public school teachers must provide notification of resignation from employment.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--General
HB 1682
82-0 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to prohibiting school districts from requiring or coercing school district employees to make charitable contributions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1874
82-0 (2011)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to an improper relationship between certain educators and students.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2117
82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 2158
82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a prohibition against the use of a stun gun or taser by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against certain public school students.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Weapons
HB 2236
82-0 (2011)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to notice concerning termination, renewal, nonrenewal, and other action regarding certain teacher contracts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 2378
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to authorization for the appraisal of certain public school administrators by educators supervised by the administrators.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 2380
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shelton, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to employment by school districts of certain persons under probationary contracts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 2540
82-0 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to the right to a hearing before an independent hearing examiner of a public school teacher suspended without pay.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 2773
82-0 (2011)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2883
82-0 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to a disciplinary proceeding for a professional employee of a school district based on the employee's use of physical force against a student.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 2971
82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, ToddSponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the confidentiality of documents evaluating the performance of public school teachers and administrators.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Open Records
HB 3008
82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Wages | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 3204
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to criminal history record and other information concerning certain school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 3267
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to a prohibition on school districts employing under a contract a person whose employment responsibilities relate only to extracurricular activities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 3312
82-0 (2011)
Author: Carter, Stefani | et. al.
Relating to an election to authorize an increase in a school district superintendent's salary.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3403
82-0 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to personal leave provided for a school district employee who is a victim of certain assaults.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ASSAULT LEAVE | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3787
82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HR 1958
82-0 (2011)
Author: Munoz, Jr., Sergio
Encouraging school districts to employ certified librarians in elementary schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Libraries & Librarians | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 87
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 155
82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the eligibility of certain school district employees to participate or be enrolled in certain group health benefit programs.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees
SB 183
82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to placement of a student in a disciplinary alternative education program for certain harassing behavior directed at an educator.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HARASSMENT
SB 208
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to public notice and forums concerning finalists for the position of superintendent of a school district.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Open Records | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 345
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to staff development training for certain public school administrators regarding student discipline management.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 405
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 406
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 466
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a requirement that public school counselors demonstrate knowledge of counseling regarding higher education to obtain a school counselor certificate.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 603
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the filing and posting on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures required in connection with the office of member of the board of trustees of certain school districts.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--Campaign Financing | Elections--School District | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | Protection of Personal Information
SB 709
82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the use of certain professional titles by psychologists.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 733
82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
SB 738
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to a parental role in determining sanctions applied to a public school campus under certain circumstances.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District
SB 764
82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to a prohibition against use of school district resources for a hotel.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HOTELS & MOTELS
SB 784
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to librarians employed by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Libraries & Librarians
SB 868
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to severance payments to superintendents of independent school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Labor--Management Relations
SB 869
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the requirement that a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district file a financial disclosure statement.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Ethics
SB 1042
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the eligibility of employees convicted of certain offenses to provide services under a contract with a public school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 1093
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to requirements regarding the employment by school districts of educational support employees.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Labor--Management Relations
SB 1239
82-0 (2011)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a prohibition against the use of certain sprays, stun guns, and tasers by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
SB 1305
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a prohibition of school district retaliation against an employee for filing a grievance.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Labor--Management Relations
SB 1349
82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a requirement that a person hold a license issued by the appropriate state agency to be employed as a marriage and family therapist by a school district.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Family--Marriage Relationship | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1383
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to an appraisal and professional development system for public school principals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1704
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to educator preparation programs.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE FOR TEACHER AND PRINCIPAL EXCELLENCE
HB 8
82-1 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to flexibility for public schools to administer primary and secondary education efficiently.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Salaries & Expenses | Taxation--School District
HB 17
82-1 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the minimum salary for and minimum service required of certain public school employees.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Postponed
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Salaries & Expenses
HB 20
82-1 (2011)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to notice required for termination of a teacher's probationary contract or nonrenewal of a teacher's term contract.
House: Public Education
Postponed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 31
82-1 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to school district personnel.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 44
82-1 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the consolidation of, or detachment and annexation of territory in, certain school districts and the board of trustees of those districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 49
82-1 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to personal leave provided for a school district employee who is a victim of certain assaults.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ASSAULT LEAVE | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 50
82-1 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to a disciplinary proceeding for a professional employee of a school district based on the employee's use of physical force against a student.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 52
82-1 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to the right to a hearing before an independent hearing examiner of a public school teacher suspended without pay.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HR 199
82-1 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 8.
Reported enrolled
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate | Taxation--School District
SB 25
82-1 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to public notice and forums concerning finalists for the position of superintendent of a school district.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Open Records | PUBLIC NOTICE
SR 106
82-1 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 8.
Reported enrolled
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate | Taxation--School District
HB 85
81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 86
81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 106
81-0 (2009)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to a minimum salary schedule for certain professional public school employees with more than 20 years of experience.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 151
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to a notification requirement if a nurse is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 172
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the right of a parent of a public school student to immediate notice of certain disciplinary action taken against the student.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 200
81-0 (2009)
Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to continuing education requirements for public school principals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/09
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 201
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to state financial assistance to school districts that make contributions for social security coverage.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 224
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to available training for school resource officers and school district peace officers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Fire Fighters & Police--General | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 462
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Relating to the use of personal leave by a public school employee.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | SICK LEAVE
HB 511
81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Diane
Relating to staff development requirements in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 546
81-0 (2009)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 660
81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 850
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to repeal on a periodic basis of the provisions of Titles 1 and 2 of the Education Code to provide for legislative review of the primary state statutes governing public education.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 851
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to Legislative Budget Board review of and reports to certain state officials concerning the primary state statutes governing public education.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 903
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to termination or suspension without pay of certain public school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Management Relations
HB 904
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the provision of certain information to public school employees whose employment is terminated.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | Open Records
HB 915
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to evaluation under the public school accountability system of the delivery of library resources.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Libraries & Librarians
HB 952
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to duty-free lunch periods for public school nurses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DUTY-FREE LUNCHES | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 975
81-0 (2009)
Author: Legler, Ken
Relating to drug testing of professional employees of public school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1130
81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to expansion of the minimum salary schedule for certain professional public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1333
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1334
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified counselors by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1365
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, RobSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to service records of professional staff employed by school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1375
81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to staff development training for certain public school personnel regarding student disciplinary procedures.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1416
81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to a health coverage or compensation supplementation program for active school employees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | MEDICAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 1435
81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to policies concerning the use of school counselors' work time.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1470
81-0 (2009)
Author: Thibaut, KristiSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to notification regarding entitlement of school district employees to leave time in circumstances involving assault.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| ASSAULT LEAVE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1495
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the inclusion of public school employees in the group of persons protected from harassment in the public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HARASSMENT
HB 1501
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to information provided by a superintendent or principal regarding the performance of a school district or campus employee to a prospective employer of the employee.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations
HB 1654
81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, RafaelSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the appointment of high school deputy registrars in certain counties.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Elections--Election Officers
HB 1907
81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the retirement benefits payable to retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who are employed as school counselors.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 2119
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the payment of wages by school districts.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Labor--Wages
HB 2351
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to participation by certain educational aides in a school district's mentoring program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 2352
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2491
81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain personal information of applicants for employment with and current and former employees of public school entities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Protection of Personal Information
HB 2493
81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2512
81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, JimmieSponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to audio recordings of certain grievance proceedings or meetings by school district employees.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/09
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
HB 2711
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the assignment of school nurses at public school campuses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 2910
81-0 (2009)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to notice of the leave policies of a school district to district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE
HB 2953
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a prohibition against the use of a stun gun or taser by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against elementary, middle, and junior high school students.
House: Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Weapons
HB 2957
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 3029
81-0 (2009)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the minimum salary schedule for certain public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
HB 3208
81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al
Relating to public school counselors.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 3215
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, JoeSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the establishment of a down payment assistance program for certain professional educators by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Housing--Finance | Housing--General | STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION
HB 3295
81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to development of a strategy for increasing the number of guidance counselors employed by public high schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3307
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the discipline of public school students.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3419
81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, DianeSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the disclosure of criminal history record information regarding public school employees.
House: Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Protection of Personal Information
HB 3421
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to educator preparation programs and educator certification, performance, and recruitment.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 3506
81-0 (2009)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation of the Public Education Management Institute of Texas.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY AT SAN MARCOS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
HB 3573
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the duties of and qualifications for public school principals.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3576
81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain graduate programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3630
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the minimum salary schedule for public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
HB 3646
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to public school finance and programs.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Taxation--School District
HB 3742
81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to certain appeals against school districts made to the commissioner of education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Courts--Judges | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 3746
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to prevention of discrimination and harassment in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HARASSMENT
HB 3888
81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to immunity from liability of certain professional employees of school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3889
81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to prohibited retaliation against school district employees for reporting to certain persons violations of law.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations
HB 4163
81-0 (2009)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to requirements regarding the employment by school districts of educational support employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Labor--Management Relations
HB 4176
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to participation by certain educational aides in a school district's mentoring program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 4191
81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the required public notice of the names of and the requirement that a school district of a certain size interview a certain number of finalists for the position of superintendent of a public school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 4302
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the confidentiality of criminal history record information and related information that is obtained by a school district and that relates to an employee of the district.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
HB 4368
81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the ineligibility for employment by a school district, open-enrollment charter school, or shared services arrangement of persons convicted of certain offenses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--General | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 4435
81-0 (2009)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the requirement for participation by certain principals in the school leadership pilot program for principals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 4555
81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to determining a student's eligibility for a school district's special education program on the basis of the student's visual impairment.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4649
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | Labor--Wages
HB 4666
81-0 (2009)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to professional development institutes for public school teachers and paraprofessionals regarding education of students with disabilities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 100
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard
Relating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 158
81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a notification requirement if a nurse is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 209
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the minimum salary schedule for certain public school employees.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
SB 398
81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to professional staff salaries paid by school districts that establish a local minimum hiring schedule.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 451
81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to staff development requirements in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 522
81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip | et. al.Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the use of personal leave by a public school employee.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | SICK LEAVE
SB 568
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 569
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a school district policy concerning the use of school counselors' work time.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
SB 981
81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a requirement that school districts notify employees regarding entitlement to leave time in circumstances involving assault.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| ASSAULT LEAVE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
SB 1141
81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain programs at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Meeting cancelled
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 1261
81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the ineligibility for employment by a school district, open-enrollment charter school, or shared services arrangement of persons convicted of certain offenses.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Minors--General | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 1486
81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the qualifications of special education personnel in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 1578
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to service records of professional staff employed by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 1664
81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to state financial assistance to school districts that make contributions for social security coverage.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL SECURITY
SB 1787
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to educator preparation programs and educator certification, performance, and recruitment.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 1798
81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Cohen, Ellen
Relating to certifying the eligibility of certain educational aides to receive an exemption from tuition and fees charged by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 1858
81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the disclosure of criminal history record information regarding public school employees.
House: Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Protection of Personal Information
SB 1904
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to promoting safety in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2082
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to determining a student's eligibility for a school district's special education program on the basis of the student's visual impairment.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 2112
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to coordinated health education for certain public school principals and superintendents.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 2179
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the termination of employment by school districts of district or campus administrators who exempt students from administration of statewide assessment instruments under certain circumstances.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Labor--General
SB 2343
81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 2408
81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | Labor--Wages
HB 20
80-0 (2007)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the expulsion of students for assault of school employees.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 94
80-0 (2007)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to employer contributions for certain employed retirees under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions & Investments
Referred to Pensions and Investments
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 189
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the receipt of financial benefits by school district superintendents for services performed for business entities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Ethics
HB 232
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to employer contributions for certain retirees under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who are employed by an institution of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 263
80-0 (2007)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to expansion of the minimum salary schedule for certain professional public school employees.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 282
80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the applicability of certain certification requirements to the superintendent of the Windham School District.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 286
80-0 (2007)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to social security coverage for employees of public school districts.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 359
80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to expansion of the minimum salary schedule for certain professional public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 517
80-0 (2007)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the minimum salary schedule for certain public school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
HB 721
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the certification of educational diagnosticians.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 784
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the provision of certain information to public school employees whose employment is terminated.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Labor--Management Relations | Open Records
HB 785
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to termination or suspension without pay of certain public school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Management Relations
HB 787
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to duty-free lunch periods for public school nurses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DUTY-FREE LUNCHES | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 791
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to evaluation under the public school accountability system of the delivery of library resources.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Libraries & Librarians
HB 832
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to state financial assistance to school districts that make contributions for social security coverage.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 845
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.
Relating to training of school district peace officers and security personnel in certain discipline management practices and behavior management techniques.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 846
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.
Relating to the right of a parent of a public school student to prompt notice of certain disciplinary action taken against the student.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 850
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.
Relating to available training for school resource officers and school district peace officers.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Fire Fighters & Police--General | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 879
80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to certification and continuing education requirements for certain public education administrators.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 884
80-0 (2007)
Author: Brown, Betty
Relating to the punishment of certain assaults committed against employees of primary and secondary schools.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 919
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain mental disorders in children under a health coverage plan established by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas under the Texas School Employees Uniform Group Health Coverage Act.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Minors--General
HB 920
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Relating to the placement by public schools of students who are registered sex offenders and the notification requirements concerning certain offenses committed by students.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 974
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to a school district employee's immunity from liability and responsibility for certain materials.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
HB 1025
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1026
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.
Relating to the punishment of certain assaults committed against employees of primary and secondary schools.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1149
80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to policies concerning the use of school counselors' work time in certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts
HB 1319
80-0 (2007)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to state financial assistance to school districts that make contributions for social security coverage.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 1622
80-0 (2007)
Author: White Delisi, Dianne | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the reporting of certain grievances by school district employees.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
HB 1625
80-0 (2007)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to the salary paid to certain professional employees of public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1685
80-0 (2007)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from employer contributions for certain employed retirees under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions & Investments
Referred to Pensions and Investments
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 1838
80-0 (2007)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the entitlement of certain students to attend a public school campus at which a full-time registered nurse is assigned.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1859
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to minimum compensation for educational aides employed by school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1969
80-0 (2007)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to a wage increase for education support staff in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1982
80-0 (2007)
Author: Latham, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Public Education Management Institute of Texas.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 2040
80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a notification requirement if a nurse is not assigned to a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 2041
80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the assignment of school nurses at public school campuses.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 2062
80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to a health coverage or compensation supplementation program for active school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 2071
80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the salary paid to certain employees of public schools.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2097
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the eligibility for unemployment compensation benefits of certain individuals who perform services for educational institutions.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Unemployment
HB 2125
80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to professional staff salaries paid by certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2136
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to public disclosure of student referrals for services made by counselors in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Open Records
HB 2341
80-0 (2007)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to certain investment products made available to certain public school employees.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Financial--General
HB 2413
80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists employed by a public school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
HB 2424
80-0 (2007)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to a health coverage or compensation supplementation program for active school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 2527
80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to prevention of discrimination and harassment in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HARASSMENT
HB 2563
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the powers and duties of the boards of trustees and superintendents of independent school districts and of regional education service centers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 2887
80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to information provided by a superintendent or principal regarding the performance of a school district or campus employee to a prospective employer of the employee.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3002
80-0 (2007)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists employed by a rural public school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Rural | Health Care Providers | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
HB 3409
80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to staff development training for certain public school personnel regarding student disciplinary procedures.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3420
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to performance appraisal of public school principals and assistant principals.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 3421
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to accountability systems for public school educator preparation programs.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 3752
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al.
Relating to requirements regarding termination of employment of certain public school district employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Labor--Management Relations
HB 3865
80-0 (2007)
Author: Garcia, Juan
Relating to local awards plans under the public school educator excellence awards program.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| AWARDS, MEDALS, PRIZES | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HCR 276
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2563.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Resolutions--Corrective
HCR 284
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2563.
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Resolutions--Corrective
HJR 68
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing compensation for public school employees and retired public school employees serving as members of local governing bodies.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Ethics | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Salaries & Expenses
SB 7
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Eissler, Rob | et. al.
Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the availability and use of automated external defibrillators at certain school campuses and athletic events, and the creation of a cardiovascular screening pilot program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 9
80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure or dissemination of criminal history record information, child abuse investigation reports, and school district audit working papers for certain purposes, including the certification and employment of educators and other public school employees who engage in certain misconduct.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 69
80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the employment of certified counselors by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 71
80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to creation of an inflation adjustment to salaries for classroom teachers and certain other professional staff employed by school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
SB 82
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to safety regulations for certain public school extracurricular activities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Minors--Health & Safety | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
SB 87
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the availability and use of automated external defibrillators at public school campuses and certain athletic events.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DEFIBRILLATORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 109
80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the punishment of certain assaults and aggravated assaults committed against employees of primary and secondary schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Public Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 119
80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the certification and employment of educators and other public school employees who engage in certain misconduct.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 147
80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a school district policy concerning the use of school counselors' work time.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 158
80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the certification and employment of educational diagnosticians.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 370
80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to a school district employee's immunity from liability and responsibility for certain materials.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts
SB 372
80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to notice regarding the availability of programs under which a student may earn college credit in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 428
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the salary paid to certain prof