Texas Increases Special Education Funding by $250 Million for 2026-27 SY, Introduces New Reporting Requirements

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is increasing statewide special education funding by $250 million for the 2026-2027 school year. Additionally, school systems are required to review student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and report on students' tier of intensity, service groups, and average minutes in special education settings by the first PEIMS Attendance Submission reporting period, due today, October 8, 2026.