In 2019, Texas lawmakers declared third grade reading a priority, passing several important early childhood policies as part of HB 3. However, HB 3’s vision for early grade success is under threat as a result of COVID-19’s impact and other enduring challenges.
Our testimony to the Senate Education Committee and the House Public Education Committee for their May 24, 2022 hearings describes the early childhood components of HB 3, outlines the threats to the goals envisioned in HB 3, and offers several policy recommendations to lawmakers.
Read our full testimony here: