Texas SB813 creates grievance boards with concurrent jurisdiction over certain appeals in public education.

Texas SB813 amends the Education Code to create grievance boards within regional education service centers. These boards have concurrent jurisdiction with the commissioner over certain appeals, including those involving school district actions, state school laws, and employment contract violations causing monetary harm. The boards are composed of five members appointed by the executive director, including a school administrator, two classroom teachers, and two parents. They must hold hearings and issue decisions within 60 days of an appeal filing.

Texas SB813 creates grievance boards with concurrent jurisdiction over certain appeals in public education.

Texas SB813 amends the Education Code to create grievance boards within regional education service centers. These boards have concurrent jurisdiction with the commissioner over certain appeals, including those involving school district actions, state school laws, and employment contract violations causing monetary harm. The boards are composed of five members appointed by the executive director, including a school administrator, two classroom teachers, and two parents. They must hold hearings and issue decisions within 60 days of an appeal filing.