Legislative Update – June 2026

The House Public Education Committee met on June 1 to hear testimony regarding the implementation of House Bill 2, focusing on the systemic impacts of school district budget shortfalls, shifting state funding projections, and the stability of district finances. The committee also reviewed updates on educator preparation and teacher certification reforms, evaluated the effectiveness of state investments in the teacher workforce pipeline, and addressed escalating financial pressures and funding deficits within local special education frameworks.

Bob Popinski, Dean of Policy at Raise Your Hand Texas, provides a recap.