H.B. No. 1212 amends the Education Code by adding a new subsection (c-4) to Section 39.053, which pertains to the Public School Accountability System. The new language specifies that the commissioner is prohibited from comparing the performance of schools in districts where student enrollment is determined solely by residence with those in districts that allow parental choice for campus enrollment. This change aims to ensure a fairer comparison of school performance by acknowledging the differences in enrollment policies.

The bill is set to take effect for the 2023-2024 school year, contingent upon receiving a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the Texas Legislature for immediate implementation. If the necessary vote is not achieved, the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 39.053 (Education Code 39)