The bill establishes a Safety Protection Grant Program in Texas, allowing parents of students whose safety is at risk to either transfer their child to another public school or receive funding to attend a private school. The program is defined under a new subchapter added to Chapter 38 of the Education Code, which outlines eligibility criteria, including enrollment in a school district and parental determination of safety concerns. The bill specifies that eligible students can participate until they graduate or are no longer eligible for public school.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the transfer process, ensuring that parents can request transfers to agreeable campuses or districts without incurring tuition fees. It also outlines the financial aspects of the program, including the allotment for participating students and additional assistance for districts accommodating these students. The funding for the grants will come from a newly established safety protection account, and the bill mandates that federal funds cannot be used for these grants. The act is set to take effect in the 2025-2026 school year, with provisions for immediate effect if passed by a two-thirds majority.

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