Texas SB439 requires school districts under special investigation to seek commissioner approval for certain contracts.

Texas SB439 amends the Education Code to require school districts under certain special investigations to seek approval from the commissioner of education for contracts or contract amendments. This requirement applies if the contract will bind the district for more than one year or entitles an employee to a severance payment. The bill also states that contracts entered into in violation of this requirement are void. The changes apply to contracts entered into after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB439 requires school districts under special investigation to seek commissioner approval for certain contracts.

Texas SB439 amends the Education Code to require school districts under certain special investigations to seek approval from the commissioner of education for contracts or contract amendments. This requirement applies if the contract will bind the district for more than one year or entitles an employee to a severance payment. The bill also states that contracts entered into in violation of this requirement are void. The changes apply to contracts entered into after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.