H.B. No. 4359 introduces a new provision in the Government Code that mandates the Sunset Advisory Commission to conduct reviews of certain independent and consolidated school districts. Specifically, the bill adds Section 325.026, which defines "education service center region" and outlines the commission's responsibilities. The commission is required to perform a forensic audit and review two school districts during each review cycle, selecting one with the lowest instructional spending per student and another with the highest from a chosen education service center region. The bill stipulates that while these districts will be treated as state agencies for review purposes, they cannot be abolished.

Additionally, the commission must prepare a report by January 1 of each odd-numbered year, detailing inefficiencies in the districts' operations and making recommendations for improvement. This includes suggestions related to governance, management, operating structure, and compliance with legislative requirements. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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