Our policy steering committee is currently gathering input and aligning on key legislative priorities to expand computer science access across Texas. Finalized items for the 90th Legislative Session will be posted here as session approaches.
November 9, 2026: Bill filing opens
January 12, 2027: First day of session
March 12, 2027: Deadline to file bills
May 31, 2027: Sine die (last day of session)
✅ - Passed, ⛔- Did Not Pass
HB 963 ✅
Instructs TEA to consolidate Technology Applications and CTE to remove duplicate courses and focus resources on rigorous courses that advance academic, technical, and industry-relevant skills.
HB 3 ✅
All technology applications courses from grade 7 through 12 are going to receive weighted funding at a weight of 1.35.
HB 2984 ✅
Instructs TEA to create a strategic plan for K-12 Computer Science It as well as review and modify the K-8 Tech Apps TEKS to include coding and computational thinking.
HB 3069 ⛔
Provides dedicated funding for a statewide professional development network to support K-8 teachers in teaching CS and to incentivize high school teacher CS certification.