The bill, H.B. No. 527, proposes an amendment to the Education Code of Texas, specifically adding Section 33.025, which mandates that each school district and open-enrollment charter school must ensure that a librarian is present for at least half of each school day at every district or school campus. This requirement aims to enhance the availability of library services and support for students in public schools.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the commissioner of education is responsible for adopting any necessary rules to implement this new requirement. The provisions of this act will take effect starting with the 2026-2027 school year, and the law will officially come into effect on September 1, 2025.

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