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HB 1876

Relating to the establishment of a career and technical education reporting grant program by the Texas Education Agency.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Janie Lopez and 1 co-sponsor

Texas Education Agency establishes career and technical education reporting grants to improve statewide data collection on CTE program outcomes and effectiveness.

Referred to Education K-16
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Bill Summary · HB 1876

Legislative bill overview

HB 1876 establishes a career and technical education (CTE) reporting grant program administered by the Texas Education Agency. The bill creates a mechanism for distributing grants to support improved data collection and reporting on career and technical education outcomes across Texas schools.

Why is this important

Career and technical education serves as a critical pathway for students seeking alternatives to traditional four-year degrees, with growing workforce demand in skilled trades. Improved reporting and data collection can help policymakers identify program effectiveness, funding gaps, and better align CTE offerings with labor market needs across different regions of Texas.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear: The bill's text does not specify funding sources, raising questions about whether grants come from existing education budgets or require new appropriations that could affect other programs
  • Reporting requirements scope: Ambiguity exists regarding what specific metrics must be reported (graduation rates, job placement, earnings outcomes), which could create compliance burden or leave accountability gaps
  • Program participation incentives: Whether schools have adequate incentive to participate and whether smaller or rural districts can meet administrative requirements to access grants remains undefined

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

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