Texas would track how many English learners are in bilingual programs, and how many are not getting the instruction they are supposed to get
What it does
HB 992 would expand state oversight of bilingual education, dual language immersion, and special language programs in Texas public schools. The Texas Education Agency would adopt monitoring rules, review program requirements to make sure they focus on meeting student needs and closing learning gaps for emergent bilingual students, and work directly with districts, identifying districts with deficiencies and offering technical assistance. Districts would also have to report more data to the state, including the number and share of students in each program model and the number and share of emergent bilingual students who are not receiving specialized instruction. The education commissioner would also develop training materials for school administrators on bilingual education and dual language immersion. The bill would take effect September 1, 2027.
What it means for your community
For families with children who are learning English, this bill would put more sunlight on whether your district's language program is working. Districts would have to report which students are not getting specialized instruction, and the state agency would be required to reach out directly to districts that fall short instead of leaving it to local oversight. Your child's school and district would still run the programs, but the state would set the rules, collect the data, and offer help. Nothing changes unless the Legislature passes the bill.
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