H.B. No. 5263 aims to enhance parental access to state assessment results for their children by amending Section 26.005 of the Education Code. The bill introduces a new subsection (b) that mandates the agency to provide parents with the results of their child's state assessment tests through a user-friendly online platform, requiring no more than one click from the agency's website. Additionally, it stipulates that the student identifying information necessary for accessing these results must adhere to agency security protocols, be unique to the student, and be controlled by the parent or guardian without needing to obtain further information from third parties.

The bill also clarifies that parents are entitled to access copies of state assessment instruments administered to their children, as outlined in the existing law. This legislative change is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, ensuring that parents can easily obtain important educational information regarding their children's performance on state assessments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 26.005 (Education Code 26)