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HB 593

Relating to the compensatory education allotment for homeless students or students in foster care under the Foundation School Program.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Diego Bernal

HB 593 increases school funding for homeless and foster care students through enhanced compensatory education allotments under Texas's Foundation School Program.

Referred to Public Education
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Bill Summary · HB 593

Legislative bill overview

HB 593 modifies Texas's Foundation School Program to provide additional compensatory education funding (allotments) specifically for students experiencing homelessness or in foster care. The bill aims to ensure these vulnerable student populations receive enhanced educational resources and support services beyond standard school funding.

Why is this important

Homeless and foster care students face significant barriers to academic success, including unstable housing, trauma, frequent school changes, and lack of consistent support systems. Additional targeted funding can help schools provide services like counseling, tutoring, meal programs, and case management that address these students' unique needs and improve educational outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and state budget impact: Determining appropriate funding levels and whether this represents new spending or reallocation from existing education budgets
  • Implementation complexity: Schools must accurately identify and serve eligible students while protecting their privacy and addressing potential stigmatization
  • Funding formula fairness: Questions about whether this approach adequately addresses needs of other disadvantaged student populations or creates inequitable resource distribution across districts
  • Accountability measures: Unclear standards for how schools must use these funds and what outcomes should be measured to demonstrate effectiveness

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

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