Texas HB172 creates a fine arts allotment for public school students in grades 6 through 12.

HB172 amends the Education Code to establish a fine arts allotment for each student enrolled in approved fine arts courses in grades 6 through 12. The allotment is equal to the basic allotment, or the sum of the basic allotment and the allotment under Section 48.101, multiplied by.008. The State Board of Education will approve courses that qualify for the allotment, including music, art, theater, and dance. These courses must provide necessary knowledge and skills and require at least 225 minutes of instruction per week. The agency will publish an annual list of approved courses.

Texas HB172 creates a fine arts allotment for public school students in grades 6 through 12.

HB172 amends the Education Code to establish a fine arts allotment for each student enrolled in approved fine arts courses in grades 6 through 12. The allotment is equal to the basic allotment, or the sum of the basic allotment and the allotment under Section 48.101, multiplied by.008. The State Board of Education will approve courses that qualify for the allotment, including music, art, theater, and dance. These courses must provide necessary knowledge and skills and require at least 225 minutes of instruction per week. The agency will publish an annual list of approved courses.