Allows the chair of the State Board of Education to hire staff and manage their employment.

This bill amends the Education Code to allow the chair of the State Board of Education to employ personnel to assist in the board's duties. The chair can set duties and compensation, subject to legislative appropriation. Employees are considered Texas Education Agency staff for benefits and reimbursements. The chair handles hiring, promotion, and termination. The Texas Education Agency must provide necessary administrative support services. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Allows the chair of the State Board of Education to hire staff and manage their employment.

This bill amends the Education Code to allow the chair of the State Board of Education to employ personnel to assist in the board's duties. The chair can set duties and compensation, subject to legislative appropriation. Employees are considered Texas Education Agency staff for benefits and reimbursements. The chair handles hiring, promotion, and termination. The Texas Education Agency must provide necessary administrative support services. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.