Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 4704: Relating to a public school paid parental leave policy, an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy, and the eligibility of certain children for free prekindergarten programs.

In committee Last action April 3, 2025: Referred to Public Education

Plain-language summary

HB 4704 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a public school paid parental leave policy, an allotment under the Foundation School Program for the cost of providing paid parental leave under that policy, and the eligibility of certain children for free prekindergarten programs. Primary sponsor: Lauren Simmons (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Referred to Public Education.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Lauren Simmons (Democratic).