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HB 2780

Relating to the creation of the Texas Teacher Residency Partnership Program and a residency partnership allotment under the Foundation School Program.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Harold Dutton

Establishes Texas Teacher Residency Partnership Program with dedicated Foundation School Program funding to create alternative classroom-based pathways for teacher certification.

Referred to Public Education
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Bill Summary · HB 2780

Legislative bill overview

HB 2780 establishes the Texas Teacher Residency Partnership Program, which creates alternative pathways for individuals to become certified teachers through residency-based training models. The bill also creates a dedicated funding mechanism (residency partnership allotment) within the Foundation School Program to support districts participating in these residency partnerships.

Why is this important

Texas faces a significant teacher shortage, and residency programs offer an alternative to traditional university teacher preparation by allowing career-switchers and college graduates to earn teaching credentials while working in classrooms. This approach could expand the talent pool for teaching positions and provide districts with more flexible, cost-effective workforce development options.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation: Creating a new allotment within the Foundation School Program may redirect resources from existing teacher preparation programs or other education initiatives, raising equity concerns about which districts benefit
  • Quality and accountability standards: Defining whether residency-trained teachers meet the same certification standards as traditionally-trained teachers, and how program quality will be monitored across partnerships
  • Teacher prep program impact: University-based teacher education programs may face reduced enrollment and funding, potentially affecting their sustainability and the diversity of teacher preparation options available

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

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