H.B. No. 5636 amends Section 28.025(e-2) of the Education Code to enhance the reporting requirements for public school districts regarding high school performance acknowledgments earned by students. The bill mandates that, at the end of each school year, districts report the number of students enrolled in the foundation high school program, those pursuing the distinguished level of achievement, those enrolled in endorsement programs, and those who earned each type of performance acknowledgment. Notably, the language specifying that students "were" enrolled in these programs has been updated to include specific categories of enrollment and achievement.

The bill is set to take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with immediate implementation contingent upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature. If the necessary vote is not achieved, the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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