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SB 58

Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain public school students with disabilities.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Judith Zaffirini

SB 58 modifies Texas public school policies and procedures for students with disabilities, currently pending committee review with limited details on specific changes.

Referred to Education K-16
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Bill Summary · SB 58

Legislative bill overview

SB 58 addresses policies and procedures for public school students with disabilities in Texas, though specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced by Senator Judith Zaffirini and is currently in the Education K-16 committee following its first reading in February 2025.

Why this is important

Students with disabilities represent a significant portion of Texas public school enrollment and require proper procedural safeguards under federal law (IDEA). How schools implement policies affecting these students impacts educational access, accountability, and compliance with both state and federal special education requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific provisions are unclear from available information, making it difficult to assess whether it expands or restricts protections for disabled students
  • Implementation costs for schools and potential resource allocation between general and special education programs
  • Whether changes align with federal special education law or create conflicts with existing IDEA requirements

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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