Relating to a pilot program to provide grants for free or reduced-tuition prekindergarten classes to certain children.

HB 225 establishes a pilot program providing grants to school districts, charter schools, and private schools in Region 20 (San Antonio area) to offer free or reduced-tuition prekindergarten classes. It directly affects children aged three or older who reside within Region 20 boundaries, requiring schools to follow the Pre-K 4 SA early childhood curriculum. The program mandates annual reports evaluating student outcomes and includes a sunset provision ending the pilot on January 1, 2031. The bill takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with the first report due by September 1, 2026.