Today, March 18, the Texas House Public Education Committee is hearing House Bill 123, a critical bill aimed at supporting Texas’ youngest learners. The proposed legislation, authored by Houston-area Representative Harold Dutton, offers a data-driven solution aimed at providing all Texas students the early math and reading skills they need to thrive.
Trista Bishop-Watt
Director, Government Relations
4 Reasons to Support HB 123
Effective Monitoring: HB 123 ensures school districts use screening instruments to monitor student progress in grades K-3, empowering parents and educators to make informed decisions about their students’ learning.
Early Intervention: Students who are behind based on the screeners would receive timely, targeted interventions to help them catch up before gaps widen.
Educator Development: The bill builds on the state’s framework for reading and math academies, expanding these professional development opportunities.
Targeting Funding: New funding for early literacy interventions would invest in high-quality, evidence-backed strategies to accelerate student learning.
Call to Action: Tell the Committee to Support HB 123
