Texas HB1149 regulates the start date for school instruction, allowing exceptions for year-round systems and specific reforms.

Texas HB1149 amends the Education Code to set the first day of school instruction no earlier than the fourth Monday in August, except for districts with a year-round system or those implementing specific reforms. Districts may start later if they provide additional instructional days, are undergoing comprehensive reform, and meet certain criteria. The bill also outlines what local innovation plans must include and what provisions districts cannot be exempt from. This Act applies starting with the 2026-2027 school year and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1149 regulates the start date for school instruction, allowing exceptions for year-round systems and specific reforms.

Texas HB1149 amends the Education Code to set the first day of school instruction no earlier than the fourth Monday in August, except for districts with a year-round system or those implementing specific reforms. Districts may start later if they provide additional instructional days, are undergoing comprehensive reform, and meet certain criteria. The bill also outlines what local innovation plans must include and what provisions districts cannot be exempt from. This Act applies starting with the 2026-2027 school year and takes effect September 1, 2025.