S.B. No. 1952 amends the Government Code by adding Section 532.00515, which establishes the framework for the administration and operation of the school health and related services program in Texas. The bill defines key terms such as "local education agency," which includes school districts and open-enrollment charter schools, and "regional education service center." It designates the commission as the sole state agency responsible for overseeing the program, including provider training and guidance on regulatory requirements. Additionally, the commission is tasked with collaborating with regional education service centers to support local education agencies in their participation in the program.
The bill also mandates that the commission and the Texas Education Agency enter into a memorandum of understanding to clarify their respective responsibilities in operating the school health and related services program. Furthermore, it includes a provision allowing state agencies to delay the implementation of any part of the act if a federal waiver or authorization is required. The act is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.