H.B. No. 4758 proposes an amendment to the Education Code by adding Section 29.0054, which establishes a public school policy allowing students with disabilities to be accompanied by a service animal and a handler. The bill defines a "service animal" according to the Americans with Disabilities Act and stipulates that a school district may adopt this policy if the student's admission, review, and dismissal committee determines that the student requires a service animal to access educational programs and also needs a handler for the animal.

Additionally, the bill allows school districts to set requirements for the handler to be unobtrusive in the classroom. This legislation aims to enhance the educational experience for students with disabilities by ensuring they have the necessary support through service animals and their handlers. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

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