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89th Legislature Updates

 

This page provides information on legislation passed during the 89th regular legislative session, including changes to the Texas Education Code and other Texas statutes. Implementation resources will also be shared here to support school leaders. As additional information becomes available, it will be communicated to school systems and posted on this page.

 

 

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House Bill 2

Check here for new resources related to House Bill 2 as they are released.

 

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Misconduct Reporting

Required misconduct reporting and notices in SB 571 and HB 4623.

 

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Model Policies for
Texas School Systems

Required policy from HB 1481 and SB 13.

 

 

89th Legislature FAQs and High-Level Overviews

89th Implementation Timeline

For the latest updates on key implementation dates for education-related legislation, see the timeline below.

Date of First 
Communication		Bill #Topic
June 12, 2025 SB4, SB23

 M&O MCR calculations given homestead exemption increases 

June 12, 2025HB2Teacher Compensation: TRA and SSRA 
June 26, 2025HB4623, SB571Educator Misconduct Law Changes 
June 26, 2025HB2 Teacher Certification Fee Waivers
July 10, 2025HB2,  SB260, HB120, SB568 FSP Formula Changes 
July 10, 2025

SB4, SB23, SB1453

Setting I&S tax rates
July 17, 2025

HB121, HB2, HB33, SB260

School Safety 
July 17, 2025HB6Changes to RDA based on HB6
July 31, 2025HB1481 Cellphone Model Policy & Grant Information
July 31, 2025HB2, HB6, SB12Updates Related to District of Innovation Prohibitions
August 7, 2025

HB2 

Reading and Math Academies Stipends Guidance 
August 7, 2025HB2Required Implementation of PK–2 Instruments and Dyslexia Screening for the 2025–2026 School Year and Updates Relating to Grade 7 Reading Diagnostic Administration
August 14, 2025HB6, HB2Discipline summary document for parents 
August 21, 2025HB4623, SB571 Educator Misconduct: Prevention and Reporting Training
August 21, 2025HB2New Teacher Certification Requirements & Grant 
August 21, 2025SB569Virtual/Hybrid Learning 
August 28, 2025SB13, SB12Library Book Policies 
August 28, 2025SB12Parent rights form & Procedure on parental notification of change in student services/ monitoring 
September 11, 2025SB12*UPDATED* Parent rights form & Procedure on parental notification of change in student services/ monitoring 
September 18, 2025HB2 Prep Allotment:  New Teacher Mentoring, Grow Your Own Teachers, and Educator Preparation Pathways  
September 18, 2025HB2, SB568Special Education Program Funding Updates 
September 18, 2025HB2FSP ADA 6-Week Settle-up
September 25, 2025HB2 Teacher Compensation: TIA Expansion
October 16, 2025HB2Compensatory Education Allotment
October 23, 2025HB2Additional Days School Year (ADSY) Expansion 
October 23, 2025HB2 Resource Campus (ACE) 
October 23, 2025HB8Assessment and Accountability
October 23, 2025SB546School Seat Belt Costs
November 20, 2025HB2, HB120CCMR Assessments
November 20, 2025SB2Special Education and Education Savings Accounts (ESAs)
January 15, 2026HB 20CTE Level I/II IHE Partnership Pathway Approval
January 29, 2026HB22026-27 Early Literacy and Numeracy Instruments
February 19, 2026HB2 Math Academies 
March 26, 2026SB1191GPA Calculations  
April 16, 2026HB2, SB568Special Education Formula Overhaul 
May 2026HB2, HB120Career Readiness Assessment
May 2026HB2, SB568Day Placement Program Supports 
May 2026SB1211.005 & 28.0022 Certifications
Spring 2026SB204Parent rights handbook 
Spring 2026SB204 School board member training on parental rights
Spring 2026HB2, SB568 Special Education Annual Meeting Guidance 
Spring 2026 HB2 First - Third Grade Supplementary Supports, Early Literacy Intervention Requirements 
Spring 2026 SB12Facility Usage Report
Summer 2026HB2 Teacher Liability Insurance
August 2026HB2 PreK Partnerships 
Fall 2026SB843Bond Database
2026SB12School board member contact info

 

The timeline above is current as of April 22, 2026, but may be subject to change. If you need guidance on a bill from the 89th Legislature that is not listed, please email us at 89th@tea.texas.gov. 

 

Guidance and Correspondence

DateTitleDivision
06/12/2025TAA: Tax Year 2025 Maximum Compressed Tax RatesSchool Finance
06/12/2025TAA: House Bill 2 (HB 2) Implementation: Teacher Retention Allotment and Support Staff Retention AllotmentSchool Finance
06/26/2025TAA: Required Misconduct Reporting and Notices (SB 571) and Liability of Public Schools and Professional School Employees (HB 4623)Compliance and Investigations
06/26/2025TAA: House Bill 2 (HB 2) Implementation: Teacher Candidate Certification Fee Waivers and ReimbursementsEducator Preparation, Certification and Enforcement
07/10/2025TAA: SB 1453 (Debt Tax Rates) and Interaction with SB 4 and SB 23 (Additional State Aid for Homestead Exemption Increases)School Finance
07/10/2025TAA: House Bill 2 (HB 2) Implementation: Foundation School Program (FSP) Funding Formula Changes and Preliminary School Year 2025-2026 Summary of Finances (SOF) ReportsSchool Finance
07/10/2025TAA: House Bill 2 (HB 2) Implementation: Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)District Talent Systems
07/17/2025TAA: Update to 2025 and 2026 Results Driven Accountability Special Education Determination Calculations Regarding Discipline Indicators per House Bill 6Special Populations Strategic Supports and Reporting
07/17/2025TAA: School Safety 89th Legislative UpdatesSchool Safety and Security 
07/31/2025TAA: Implementation of Texas House Bill 1481 – Student Use of Personal Communication Devices on School PropertyGovernance
07/31/2025TAA: Legislative Updates Related to District of Innovation ProhibitionsAccreditation and Enforcement
08/07/2025TAA: Required Implementation of PK–2 Instruments and Dyslexia Screening for the 2025–2026 School Year and Updates Relating to Grade 7 Reading Diagnostic AdministrationEarly Childhood Education
08/07/2025TAA: House Bill 2 (HB 2) Implementation of Stipend Requirements for Reading Academies and Mathematics Achievement Academies.Curriculum and Instruction / Content Academies
08/14/2025TAA: Report Required by House Bill 6Policy, Integration, and Technical Assistance
08/21/2025TAA: SB 571 Misconduct Reporting Training and Pre-Employment AffidavitCompliance and Investigations
08/21/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: New Certification Requirements and Incentives for Uncertified TeachersEducator Preparation and Certification
08/21/2025TAA: SB 569 Overview: Virtual and Hybrid Learning Guidance for the 2025–2026 School YearAuthorizing and Policy 
08/28/2025TAA: Senate Bill 13 Requirements Related to School Library MaterialsStandards and Programs
08/28/2025TAA: SB 12: Required Parental Rights Form and Right to Health-Related Services InformationPolicy, Integration, and Technical Assistance
08/28/2025TAA: Updated SB 12 Guidance: Required Parental Rights Form and Right to Health-Related Services InformationPolicy, Integration, and Technical Assistance
09/18/2025TAA: House Bill 2 Implementation: Six-week Attendance ReportingSchool Finance
09/18/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Preparing and Retaining Educators through Partnership Program Allotment Educator Preparation, Certification and Enforcement
09/18/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Special Education Program and Funding UpdatesSpecial Populations and Student Supports
09/25/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Teacher Incentive Allotment UpdateDistrict Talent Systems
10/16/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Repeal of 55% Spending Requirement for Compensatory Education AllotmentFinancial Compliance
10/16/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: New Teacher Certification Requirements UpdateEducator Preparation, Certification, and Enforcement
10/23/2025TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Additional Days School Year UpdateExpanded Learning Models
10/23/2025TAA: HB 2: Resource Campus Designation UpdatesSystem Innovation
10/23/2025TAA: Overview of House Bill 8Assessment and Reporting
10/23/2025TAA: SB 546: Required Reporting on School Bus Seat Belt CostsSchool Safety and Security 
11/06/2025TAA: SB 991: Expansion of At-Risk Student DefinitionFinancial Compliance
11/20/2025TAA: Industry-Based Certification Reimbursements and Clarification of Career Readiness AssessmentCollege, Career, and Military Preparation
11/20/2025TAA: SB 2: Education Savings Accounts and Children with Disabilities Special Populations and Student Supports
01/15/2026TAA: Applied Sciences Pathway ProgramCollege, Career, and Military Preparation
01/15/2026TAA: Actions Required of School Systems for Education Savings AccountsSpecial Populations and Student Supports
01/29/2026TAA: HB 2 Implementation: Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Instruments and Extension of Current K–2 Reading InstrumentsAssessment Design, Development, and Quality
01/29/2026TAA: Updated Guidance: Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)Special Populations and Student Supports
02/26/2026TAA: Strategic Compensation Cohort – Applications Due April 1District Talent Systems
02/26/2026TAA: Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) GuidanceCollege, Career, and Military Preparation
03/26/2026TAA: Senate Bill 1191 Calculation of High School Grade Point AverageStandards and Programs
03/26/2026TAA: New TSDS Core Collection: Teacher Vacancy CollectionEducator Data, Research, & Strategy
03/26/2026TAA: House Bill 2 Implementation: Teacher Certification IncentiveEducator Preparation and Certification
03/26/2026TAA: House Bill 2 Implementation: CTE Certification Reimbursement to DistrictsEducator Preparation and Certification
04/16/2026TAA: Special Education Funding UpdatesSpecial Populations and Student Supports

 

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For questions regarding House Bill 2 and its implementation, please email HB2@tea.texas.gov.