Committee hears SB 57 to require emergency‑drill accommodations for students with disabilities; supporters praise intent, educators warn of paperwork

Mar 11, 2025

Senate Bill 57 would require Texas schools to include emergency‑drill accommodations for students with disabilities in IEPs and Section 504 plans and direct TEA to produce related guidance.

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The Senate Committee on Education heard Senate Bill 57, which would require Texas public schools and open‑enrollment charter schools to include accommodations for students with disabilities in individualized education programs and Section 504 plans for mandatory drills and emergency situations.

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