Texas HB1628 allows children of peace officers to transfer to another school district without tuition fees.

HB1628 amends the Education Code to allow children of peace officers to transfer to another district or school, regardless of agreements between districts. School districts must approve these transfers unless the requested district is full or has more transfer requests than available positions. The bill prohibits districts from charging tuition for these transfers. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB1628 allows children of peace officers to transfer to another school district without tuition fees.

HB1628 amends the Education Code to allow children of peace officers to transfer to another district or school, regardless of agreements between districts. School districts must approve these transfers unless the requested district is full or has more transfer requests than available positions. The bill prohibits districts from charging tuition for these transfers. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.