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HB 3342

Relating to the adjustment of the average daily attendance of a school district due to unsafe conditions.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Charlene Ward Johnson

Texas school districts can adjust state funding calculations when unsafe conditions prevent student attendance, maintaining revenue without penalizing attendance records.

Referred to Public Education
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Bill Summary · HB 3342

Legislative bill overview

HB 3342 would allow Texas school districts to adjust their average daily attendance (ADA) calculations when students cannot attend school due to unsafe conditions. The bill enables districts to receive state funding as if students were present during periods when facilities are unusable or unsafe, without counting absences against attendance records.

Why is this important

School funding in Texas is heavily tied to average daily attendance, which directly affects district budgets and state aid allocations. This bill addresses situations where districts lose funding due to circumstances beyond their control—such as natural disasters, facility failures, or safety hazards—allowing them to maintain revenue streams while protecting student attendance records from unjust penalties.

Potential points of contention

  • Defining "unsafe conditions": The bill's effectiveness depends on clear, objective standards for what qualifies as unsafe; vague definitions could lead to disputes or inconsistent application across districts
  • Fiscal impact on state budget: Adjusting ADA without reducing attendance could increase state education spending if districts receive funding for non-present students during extended closures
  • Verification and accountability: Mechanisms for verifying claims of unsafe conditions and preventing misuse of the adjustment authority are not detailed, raising oversight concerns

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

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