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If you have any questions regarding the topic areas listed below, please email HB2@tea.texas.gov.
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| Post Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 | Content Academies Stipend Requirements |
| 11/06/2025 | Additional Days School Year Update |
What is House Bill 2?
House Bill 2 is a comprehensive school finance bill that supports students and infuses more dollars and resources into Texas public schools than ever before. Passed by the 89th Texas Legislature and signed by Governor Greg Abbott, this bill provides critical supports in several key areas.
HB 2 FAQs and High-Level Overviews
- House Bill 2 Highlights One-pager (June 26, 2025)
- House Bill 2, Article 1: Teacher Compensation - Frequently Asked Questions
- FAQ Topic: Teacher and Support Staff Retention Allotments (September 4, 2025)
- House Bill 2, Article 3: Educator Rights - Frequently Asked Questions
- FAQ Topic: Certification Examination and Application Fee Waivers (September 11, 2025)
- House Bill 2, Article 4, Special Education - Frequently Asked Questions
- FAQ Topic: Special Education Program and Funding Updates (Updated April 16, 2026)
- House Bill 2, Article 5: Early Literacy & Numeracy - Frequently Asked Questions
- FAQ Topic: Prekindergarten Eligibility (July 3, 2025)
- FAQ Topic: Reading and Math Academies Stipends (September 11, 2025)
- House Bill 2, Texas Mathematics Academies (Updated February 26, 2026)
- Teacher Vacancy Collection – Frequently Asked Questions (Updated May 1, 2026)
- CTE Reimbursement to Districts - Frequently Asked Questions (March 26, 2026)
- Draft rule revisions: 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §89.1121 (April 16, 2026)
HB 2 Implementation Timeline
For the latest updates on key HB 2 implementation dates, see the 89th Implementation Timeline.
HB 2 Guidance and Correspondence
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