Relating to the purchase of online library resources for primary and secondary schools by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

HB 177 requires the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to use state funds to purchase online library resources for K-12 schools. These resources must meet standards set by the State Board of Education and comply with federal internet safety laws (47 U.S.C. § 254(h)(5)). Vendors must certify compliance, and non-compliant vendors face payment withholding or contract termination after 90 days. The Commission must annually report compliance issues to state leaders. This directly affects school districts funding the program, the Library Commission as purchaser, and vendors selling educational resources.