Establishes a fine arts allotment under the public school finance system in Texas.

The bill creates a fine arts allotment under the public school finance system in Texas. It mandates that approved fine arts education courses, including music, art, theater, and dance, provide students with necessary knowledge and skills and require at least 225 minutes of instruction per week. Funds are allocated with at least 25% for grades 9-12, 50% for grades 6-8, and 75% for grades 6-8 eligible for compensatory education. The agency must publish an annual list of approved courses. The allotment takes effect September 1, 2025.

Establishes a fine arts allotment under the public school finance system in Texas.

The bill creates a fine arts allotment under the public school finance system in Texas. It mandates that approved fine arts education courses, including music, art, theater, and dance, provide students with necessary knowledge and skills and require at least 225 minutes of instruction per week. Funds are allocated with at least 25% for grades 9-12, 50% for grades 6-8, and 75% for grades 6-8 eligible for compensatory education. The agency must publish an annual list of approved courses. The allotment takes effect September 1, 2025.