H.B. No. 1773 proposes the establishment of a nonvoting student trustee position on the boards of trustees for certain school districts in Texas. The bill amends the Education Code by adding Section 11.0512, which outlines the eligibility criteria and responsibilities of the student trustee. To qualify, a student must be enrolled in or entering the 11th or 12th grade, be in good academic standing, and have parental permission. The student trustee will have the same powers and duties as a board member, including participation in open meetings, but will not have voting rights, will not be counted for quorum purposes, and will not participate in closed sessions or receive compensation.

The bill specifically states that the student trustee is not a member of the board of trustees and details the limitations of their role, such as the inability to vote or make motions. This initiative aims to provide students with a voice in school governance while maintaining the integrity of the board's decision-making process. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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