Relating to special education and special education funding under the Foundation School Program.

HB 2419 modifies Texas' special education funding and support under the Foundation School Program. It requires regional education service centers to provide specific training and assistance to school districts, including help for those out of compliance with special education laws. The bill also creates a $1,000 annual salary stipend for special education teachers and paraprofessionals (increasing by $150 per year of experience up to $2,500 total) and establishes a grant program to reimburse districts for employing retired special education teachers. These changes directly affect Texas school districts, special education staff, and retired educators by enhancing support and financial incentives in special education programming.