SB1852 requires automotive technology courses in Texas public schools to be accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

SB1852 mandates that automotive technology courses offered by Texas public schools and open-enrollment charter schools must be accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. These schools must apply for accreditation and comply with procedural guidelines. The state will fund training, equipment upgrades, and application fees to support schools in achieving accreditation. Schools cannot use funds for these courses until they certify compliance. The commissioner of education must adopt rules to implement this requirement by December 1, 2025.

SB1852 requires automotive technology courses in Texas public schools to be accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

SB1852 mandates that automotive technology courses offered by Texas public schools and open-enrollment charter schools must be accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. These schools must apply for accreditation and comply with procedural guidelines. The state will fund training, equipment upgrades, and application fees to support schools in achieving accreditation. Schools cannot use funds for these courses until they certify compliance. The commissioner of education must adopt rules to implement this requirement by December 1, 2025.