The bill, S.B. No. 859, amends the Education Code to authorize and provide reimbursement for certain examination fee subsidies paid for public school teachers and students. Notably, it allows students to receive more than one subsidy under Section 29.190(a-1), which previously restricted them to a single subsidy. Additionally, the bill specifies that teachers are entitled to a subsidy if they pass a certification examination related to career and technology education, replacing the previous focus on cybersecurity.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 48.156 to clarify that school districts are entitled to reimbursement for the amount of a subsidy paid for each certification examination under Section 29.190(a), rather than just for a student's examination. This change aims to streamline the reimbursement process for school districts and enhance support for teachers and students pursuing certification in relevant educational fields. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 48.156 (Education Code 48)