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Board says House Bill 2 funding could add millions but cautions until TEA guidance
Summary
District leaders said HB2 could generate roughly $3.06 million above current law (including about $1.4M teacher allotment) but emphasized the need to await Texas Education Agency guidance before making firm allocations or pay changes.
District officials told the board that, based on early estimates, House Bill 2 could bring approximately $3,065,000 in new maintenance-and-operations revenue above current law, including an estimated $1,400,000 for the teacher allotment and about $134,000 for support-staff retention.
CFO William Wooten and the superintendent emphasized a cautious approach. "As we learn more information, we will adjust the budget as required," Wooten said, and consultants advised waiting for TEA guidance before making substantive payroll changes. The board directed staff to return with a revised employee-compensation plan once state rules and certified values are final.
