H.B. No. 322 amends the Education Code to enhance the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program. The bill specifies that grants can be awarded to cover start-up costs for new career and technical education programs at various educational institutions, including public junior colleges and charter schools. Additionally, it allows for funding to cover the acquisition, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of technology solutions necessary to support these programs.

The bill also revises the permissible uses of grant funds, allowing them to support courses that prepare students for high-demand occupations, finance initial development costs for career and technical education programs, and cover expenses related to obtaining licenses or certificates. Notably, it adds provisions for financing technology solutions that support these educational courses and programs. The changes will apply to grants awarded on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 134.004, Education Code 134.006 (Education Code 134)
House Committee Report: Education Code 134.004, Education Code 134.006 (Education Code 134)
Engrossed: Education Code 134.004, Education Code 134.006 (Education Code 134)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 134.004, Education Code 134.006 (Education Code 134)
Enrolled: Education Code 134.004, Education Code 134.006 (Education Code 134)