Relating to eligibility for the gifted and talented student allotment under the Foundation School Program.

HB 977 amends Texas law to reduce the percentage of students eligible for the gifted and talented student allotment under the Foundation School Program from 10% to 5% of a district's average daily attendance. This change directly affects Texas public school districts that receive funding for gifted and talented programs. The bill modifies Education Code Section 48.109(c) to implement this lower eligibility cap, effective September 1, 2025. The policy change specifically alters how school districts calculate student eligibility for this state funding stream.