Texas HB371 addresses the admission of children unlawfully present in the U.S. to public schools and their eligibility for school funding.

HB371 amends the Texas Education Code to allow school districts to admit children who are not U.S. citizens or lawful residents, provided certain conditions are met. These children can attend public schools free of tuition if they meet specific criteria, such as having a parent residing in the district or being placed with a host family in the district. The bill also specifies that such children are eligible for the available school fund but not for the Foundation School Program unless admitted under certain conditions. The changes take effect starting with the 2026-2027 school year.

Texas HB371 addresses the admission of children unlawfully present in the U.S. to public schools and their eligibility for school funding.

HB371 amends the Texas Education Code to allow school districts to admit children who are not U.S. citizens or lawful residents, provided certain conditions are met. These children can attend public schools free of tuition if they meet specific criteria, such as having a parent residing in the district or being placed with a host family in the district. The bill also specifies that such children are eligible for the available school fund but not for the Foundation School Program unless admitted under certain conditions. The changes take effect starting with the 2026-2027 school year.