Texas HB4383 mandates paper format for certain student assessments and requires districts to vote on paper format limits.

Texas HB4383 amends the Education Code to require school districts to administer certain assessments in paper format to third and fourth graders. It also allows districts to offer paper format for other grades if requested by parents, guardians, or teachers. Districts can limit the number of paper assessments to no less than three percent of enrolled students. The Texas Education Agency must develop a form providing information on assessment accommodations, including paper format, for students with disabilities. The bill takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB4383 mandates paper format for certain student assessments and requires districts to vote on paper format limits.

Texas HB4383 amends the Education Code to require school districts to administer certain assessments in paper format to third and fourth graders. It also allows districts to offer paper format for other grades if requested by parents, guardians, or teachers. Districts can limit the number of paper assessments to no less than three percent of enrolled students. The Texas Education Agency must develop a form providing information on assessment accommodations, including paper format, for students with disabilities. The bill takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year.