Texas HB610 limits severance payments to superintendents of independent school districts to six months' salary and benefits.

Texas HB610 amends the Education Code to redefine "severance payment" for superintendents of independent school districts. It restricts severance payments to no more than six months' salary and benefits. Boards of trustees must report severance payments to the commissioner, who will reduce the district's Foundation School Program funds if the payment exceeds the limit. The changes apply to agreements made after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB610 limits severance payments to superintendents of independent school districts to six months' salary and benefits.

Texas HB610 amends the Education Code to redefine "severance payment" for superintendents of independent school districts. It restricts severance payments to no more than six months' salary and benefits. Boards of trustees must report severance payments to the commissioner, who will reduce the district's Foundation School Program funds if the payment exceeds the limit. The changes apply to agreements made after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.