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HB 358 mandates that Texas school districts provide free, full-day prekindergarten to children who are at least four years old. The bill revises eligibility criteria and updates reporting requirements to align with this policy. It also eliminates the option for districts to charge tuition for prekindergarten classes and adjusts exemptions for school districts that face capacity constraints. The bill takes effect in the 2025–2026 school year, contingent upon legislative approval.
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Rep. John Bucy III
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0696
Capitol Office:
CAP GN.9
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