Texas HB2 amends public education and school finance laws, including teacher certification, special education services, and funding allotments.

Texas HB2 modifies the Texas Education Code to affect public education and school finance. It allows school districts to employ uncertified teachers for certain courses above grade five for the 2026-2027 school year. It adjusts funding for special education services, including for students with disabilities and those in remedial and support programs. The bill also establishes programs for preparing and retaining educators through preservice partnership programs, including traditional, residency, and alternative partnership programs.

Texas HB2 amends public education and school finance laws, including teacher certification, special education services, and funding allotments.

Texas HB2 modifies the Texas Education Code to affect public education and school finance. It allows school districts to employ uncertified teachers for certain courses above grade five for the 2026-2027 school year. It adjusts funding for special education services, including for students with disabilities and those in remedial and support programs. The bill also establishes programs for preparing and retaining educators through preservice partnership programs, including traditional, residency, and alternative partnership programs.