Texas HB177 authorizes the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to use fees for purchasing online library resources for schools.
Texas HB177 allows the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to use fees collected from school districts to purchase online library resources for primary and secondary schools. These resources must meet standards set by the State Board of Education and comply with federal Internet safety policies and technology protection measures. The commission can withhold payments from vendors who do not comply with these standards and federal law. The State Board of Education must establish a system to address complaints about these resources and vendors.
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