H.B. No. 2243 establishes the Texas Commission on Teacher Job Satisfaction and Retention, aimed at developing recommendations to enhance teacher job satisfaction and retention. The commission will consist of 13 members, including five appointed by the governor, four by the lieutenant governor, and four by the speaker of the house. The bill mandates that at least three members appointed by the governor must be current or former classroom teachers with a minimum of 10 years of experience. The commission is tasked with addressing various issues affecting teacher satisfaction, such as administrative burdens, compliance with federal education laws, and the impact of school discipline policies.

The commission is required to prepare a report by December 31, 2026, recommending statutory changes to improve teacher job satisfaction and retention. It will have the authority to hold public meetings and is classified as a governmental body under the Texas Government Code. The commission will be dissolved, and the subchapter will expire on September 1, 2027. The bill also outlines provisions for administrative support, funding, and procurement processes related to the commission's operations.

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