Tex. Educ. Code § 37.221 · Subchapter G. TEXAS SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER
FACILITIES STANDARDS REVIEW.
Text — Current through the 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025
(a) At least once every five years, the center shall review the facilities standards for instructional facilities adopted under Section 7.061 and make recommendations to the commissioner regarding any changes necessary to ensure that the facilities standards:
(1) reflect best practices for improving school safety through the design and construction of school facilities; and
(2) are consistent with standards adopted under Chapter 469, Government Code, regarding the elimination of architectural barriers.
(b) The center and commissioner may consult with stakeholders with relevant expertise regarding whether any updates to requirements for the use of funds granted or allocated to school districts for purposes of improving the safety and security of school facilities are necessary to align with best practices.
(c) In updating facilities standards, the commissioner shall:
(1) incorporate input from the center and stakeholders with relevant expertise regarding best practices for standards applicable to the design and construction of school facilities; and
(2) ensure the standards are updated as necessary to ensure compliance with any changes to state law and local building codes.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 896 (H.B. 3), Sec. 19, eff. September 1, 2023.
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