The bill, introduced by Representative Landgraf, aims to eliminate certain state-required assessment instruments and end-of-course assessments that are not mandated by federal law. Key amendments include limiting school districts to providing supplemental instruction in no more than two subject areas per school year, prioritizing mathematics and reading. Additionally, the bill modifies the Education Code to remove the requirement for assessments in social studies and certain end-of-course assessments in subjects like Algebra I, English I, and English II, while allowing for assessments in reading, mathematics, and science only as necessary to comply with the Every Student Succeeds Act.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions that require the State Board of Education to adjust the number and frequency of assessments in response to any changes in federal law that reduce such requirements. It also clarifies that students who meet specific college readiness benchmarks may be exempt from certain end-of-course assessments. The changes are set to take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate implementation possible if a two-thirds majority vote is achieved in both houses of the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 39.023, Education Code 39.203 (Education Code 39)