Bill

HB 1831

83(R) - 2013
Education

Vote Recommendation

No
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Negative
  • Neutral

Author(s)

John Davis

Bill Caption

Relating to an adult high school diploma and industry certification charter school pilot program for adults 19 to 50 years of age.

Fiscal Notes

Estimated Two-year Net Impact to General Revenue Related Funds for HB1831: a negative impact of ($1,600,000) through the biennium ending August 31, 2015. The bill would make no appropriation but could provide the legal basis for an appropriation of funds to implement the provisions of the bill. Estimated Two-year Net Impact to General Revenue Related Funds for HB1831, Committee Report 1st House, Substituted: a negative impact of ($1,600,000) through the biennium ending August 31, 2015. The bill would make no appropriation but could provide the legal basis for an appropriation of funds to implement the provisions of the bill.

Bill Analysis

Summary: HB 1831 would create a new open-enrollment charter school for individuals between the ages of 19-50 who have not received a high school degree or industry specific certification to address the need of about 2,000,000 individuals in this situation in Texas (Fiscal Note). The Texas Education Agency would govern this pilot program that would assist a maximum of 150 students per year and provide an exit exam to assess successful completion.

Analysis: HB 1831 would create an obligation for the state to educate adults beyond the traditional high school age, creating a new dependency on the government for adult education. Charitable organizations currently address the need for assisting adults who need a high school diploma or the high school equivalency. Therefore, we oppose HB 1831 on the grounds that it expands government’s scope.