Laws

The Texas Education Agency administers the laws and rules that govern education in the state.

This page provides information on existing laws and rules, the process by which rules are

adopted, and the enforcement of those rules.

Special Education

 Special Education in Texas is subject to a specific set of state and federal rules and

regulations. This page includes information on special education laws dictated by federal

law (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), State Board of Education rules,

commissioner's rules, and state laws.

 No Child Left Behind and Elementary and Secondary Education Act

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), amended as the No Child

Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB), aims to close the achievement gap between groups of

students through greater accountability and increased flexibility and choice.

State Administrative Rules

 State Board of Education Rules - Texas Administrative Code (TAC)

 Proposed SBOE Rules

 Commissioner of Education Rules - Texas Administrative Code (TAC)

Proposed Commissioner Rules

State Board for Educator Certification Rules - Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
Proposed SBEC Rules