Texas HB2591 amends the Education Code to modify the conditions for juvenile justice alternative education programs.

Texas HB2591 amends the Education Code to modify the conditions for juvenile justice alternative education programs. It requires school districts in counties with populations greater than 125,000 to enter into a joint memorandum of understanding with the county juvenile board. This memorandum outlines responsibilities, payment conditions, and placement terms for students in the program. It also establishes services for transitioning expelled students and transportation services for students in the program. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB2591 amends the Education Code to modify the conditions for juvenile justice alternative education programs.

Texas HB2591 amends the Education Code to modify the conditions for juvenile justice alternative education programs. It requires school districts in counties with populations greater than 125,000 to enter into a joint memorandum of understanding with the county juvenile board. This memorandum outlines responsibilities, payment conditions, and placement terms for students in the program. It also establishes services for transitioning expelled students and transportation services for students in the program. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.