Bill
HB 165
86(R) - 2019
House Public Education
Senate Education
House Public Education
Senate Education
Vote Recommendation
Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
Author(s)
Diego Bernal
Sponsor(s)
Beverly Powell
Bill Caption
Relating to providing for endorsements for public high school students enrolled in special education programs.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is
anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 165 would authorize students in special education programs to earn credits on their chosen course of study. The bill would allow the endorsements to be transferred to the student's transcripts with or without modifications of the curriculum. The new requirements would be under the supervision of the State Board of Education.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Texas Action remains neutral on HB 165 as it does not affect any of our liberty principles.
Organizations Supporting
Coalition of Texans with Disabilities
Disability Rights Texas
Easter Seals Central Texas
Texas Classroom Teachers Association
The Arc of Texas
National Association of Social Workers/Texas
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