Texas · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) · Bill
HB 159: Relating to the use of interim testing and adaptive, growth-based assessment instruments for certain required assessments of public school students and prohibiting the use of the results of certain required assessments of public school students for certain purposes.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 159 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the use of interim testing and adaptive, growth-based assessment instruments for certain required assessments of public school students and prohibiting the use of the results of certain required assessments of public school students for certain purposes. Primary sponsor: Matt Shaheen (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2025): Referred to Public Education.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Shaheen | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Public Education
- Read first time
- Filed