Establishes optional certifications for child-care providers in the Texas Rising Star Program.

The bill creates optional certifications for child-care providers participating in the Texas Rising Star Program. These certifications aim to enhance a provider's rating within the program. One required certification is for providers who include children with disabilities with their typically developing peers. The Texas Education Agency is tasked with creating these certifications. The bill also includes a provision for additional reimbursement for certified providers, not exceeding the reimbursement for a two-star rating.

Establishes optional certifications for child-care providers in the Texas Rising Star Program.

The bill creates optional certifications for child-care providers participating in the Texas Rising Star Program. These certifications aim to enhance a provider's rating within the program. One required certification is for providers who include children with disabilities with their typically developing peers. The Texas Education Agency is tasked with creating these certifications. The bill also includes a provision for additional reimbursement for certified providers, not exceeding the reimbursement for a two-star rating.