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HB 1334 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the payment of a fee for the administration of a special education or bilingual education certificate examination.

HB 1334 eliminates out-of-pocket costs for individuals seeking special education or bilingual education teaching certification in Texas. The bill requires the state education agency to waive its own exam fees and pay directly to exam administrators any fees charged to test-takers. This applies specifically to candidates taking required certification exams under Texas Education Code Section 21.048. The policy change takes effect September 1, 2025.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesShifts exam fee costs from individuals to state budget, increasing public funding for education certification under Texas Education Code Section 21.048.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEliminates certification exam fees for special education/bilingual teachers, reducing financial barriers to educator certification and supporting teacher workforce development.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 10, 2025 Last action Mar 10, 2025
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Mar 10, 2025
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Josey Garcia
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