The bill establishes the Texas Education Reform Task Force, which is tasked with developing recommendations for statutory reforms to the Education Code and the public school system. The task force will consist of 13 members, including appointees from the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house, as well as a member from the State Board of Education. The bill outlines specific requirements for the appointees, ensuring representation from various sectors, including education, business, and civic communities, while also reflecting the state's ethnic and geographic diversity.
The task force is responsible for making recommendations aimed at promoting efficiency, reducing regulatory burdens, and refocusing on educational priorities. It is required to submit a report to the governor and legislature by August 31, 2026, detailing its recommendations for legislative action. The Texas Education Agency will provide administrative support and funding for the task force, which may also accept gifts and donations to aid its work. The implementation of the task force's provisions is contingent upon legislative appropriations, and the bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.