Texas HB1061 authorizes reimbursement for examination fees and related costs for public school teachers and students.

Texas HB1061 amends the Education Code to authorize reimbursement for subsidies paid by school districts for certification examination fees and related costs for teachers and students. A teacher qualifies for a subsidy if they pass a certification examination related to career and technology education or cybersecurity. A student may receive a single subsidy. School districts must pay the examination fees and related costs, then submit an application to the commissioner for reimbursement. The act applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB1061 authorizes reimbursement for examination fees and related costs for public school teachers and students.

Texas HB1061 amends the Education Code to authorize reimbursement for subsidies paid by school districts for certification examination fees and related costs for teachers and students. A teacher qualifies for a subsidy if they pass a certification examination related to career and technology education or cybersecurity. A student may receive a single subsidy. School districts must pay the examination fees and related costs, then submit an application to the commissioner for reimbursement. The act applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.