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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 85(R)

House Bill 2729

House Author:  Lucio III

Effective:  6-9-17

Senate Sponsor:  Miles


            House Bill 2729 amends the Education Code to establish the duties of the Texas Education Agency, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and the Texas Workforce Commission to jointly develop, annually review, and make available an inventory of industryrecognized credentials and certificates that may be earned by a public high school student through a career and technology education program, are aligned to state and regional workforce needs, and serve as an entry point to middle-and high-wage jobs.