Texas HB1156 amends the definition of a regular eligible student for transportation allotment under the Foundation School Program.

Texas HB1156 modifies the Education Code to redefine a regular eligible student for transportation allotment purposes. A student qualifies if they live two or more miles from their regular campus, measured by the shortest public road route, and are not eligible for special education services. Additionally, homeless children or youth, as defined by federal law, also qualify. This change takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1156 amends the definition of a regular eligible student for transportation allotment under the Foundation School Program.

Texas HB1156 modifies the Education Code to redefine a regular eligible student for transportation allotment purposes. A student qualifies if they live two or more miles from their regular campus, measured by the shortest public road route, and are not eligible for special education services. Additionally, homeless children or youth, as defined by federal law, also qualify. This change takes effect on September 1, 2025.