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HB 177

Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability.

89th Legislature, 1st Called Session (2025) Introduced by Mary González

Overview: HB 177, Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. The bill was filed on July 23, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this

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Bill Summary · HB 177

Overview: HB 177, Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. The bill was filed on July 23, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this legislation is to establish a new state commission focused on education assessment and accountability policies in Texas. The bill aims to provide independent oversight and guidance on the state's testing and performance measurement systems.

Key Provisions:
- Creates the Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability as an independent state agency
- Charges the commission with reviewing and making recommendations on the state's assessment and accountability programs
- Requires the commission to evaluate the effectiveness, fairness, and transparency of testing and accountability measures
- Grants the commission the authority to request data and information from the Texas Education Agency and other state entities

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Students, parents, and educators will be impacted by any changes to assessment and accountability policies recommended by the commission
- The Texas Education Agency and other state education entities will need to cooperate with the commission's oversight and information requests
- Policymakers will have an independent source of expertise and guidance on assessment and accountability issues

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been filed and is in the early stages of the legislative process. If enacted, the Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability would be established within 6 months and begin its work shortly thereafter.

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

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