|
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HB 93 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Elections
|
Referred to Elections |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
HB 199 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|EL PASO SCHOOL OF LAW|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
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HB 201 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 214 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn
|
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOSTER CARE|HOMELESS|Housing--General|Housing--Homeless Persons|Human Relations |
|
|
HB 244 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a grant program for promoting computer science certification and professional development in coding, technology applications, cybersecurity, and computer science for public school teachers. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|Science & Technology|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING |
|
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HB 294 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cortez, Philip
|
Relating to the financial audit of public institutions of higher education by the state auditor. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Management & Control |
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|
HB 324 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Computational Health Research Institute. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|TEXAS COMPUTATIONAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
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HB 392 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.
|
Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race. |
House: State Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|DISCRIMINATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Housing--General|Labor--General |
|
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HB 449 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
ANGELO STATE UNIVERSITY|BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR|LAMAR UNIVERSITY|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--COMMERCE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--SAN ANTONIO|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--TEXARKANA|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--FORT BEND|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--MARSHALL|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--NORTH TEXAS|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--WACO|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--WEST TEXAS|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM|WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 546 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Pacheco, Leo
|
Relating to the application of certain programs that support certain occupation-related postsecondary educational programs and students of those programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Received from the House |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
HB 557 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Scholarship Program for certain students at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 581 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
|
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SUICIDE |
|
|
HB 618 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
|
Relating to the participation of open-enrollment charter schools in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 632 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program. |
House: Energy Resources
Senate: Administration
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY |
|
|
HB 695 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF LAW |
|
|
HB 784 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
|
Relating to a local agreement with the Department of State Health Services to improve laboratory capabilities in border counties. |
House: Public Health
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|HIDALGO COUNTY|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 811 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 819 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Rural|Education--School Districts|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 919 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
ATTORNEY GENERAL|City Government--General|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS FIREARM PROTECTION ACT|Weapons |
|
|
HB 981 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Sponsor: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of establishing a religious studies program at Texas Southern University. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Religion|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 1000 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Morales, Eddie
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at Sul Ross State University and Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1027 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding course materials by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Electronic Information Systems|ELECTRONIC TEXTBOOKS|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 1076 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to a study by the Legislative Budget Board concerning the long-term effects of regulating tuition rates and amounts charged by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Interim Studies|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
HB 1132 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Oliverson, Tom
|
Relating to the information maintained by the Texas Education Agency regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Electronic Information Systems|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 1142 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
|
Relating to the inclusion of transfer pathways in the guidelines addressing transfer practices published by general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 1164 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
|
Relating to patient safety practices regarding placenta accreta spectrum disorder. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Hospitals|PERINATAL ADVISORY COUNCIL|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE|Women |
|
|
HB 1214 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.
|
Relating to requirements for certain skills development fund grant proposals. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1220 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Shaheen, Matt
|
Relating to authorizing the Collin County Community College District to offer a baccalaureate degree program in the field of education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1271 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the student union fee at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 1373 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
|
Relating to a study on leasing state property for private use. |
House: State Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 1457 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing certain joint graduate degree programs between The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER |
|
|
HB 1481 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
|
Relating to contracts to provide appropriate residential housing to students in extended foster care who enroll at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|Housing--General|Housing--Homeless Persons |
|
|
HB 1482 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
|
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOMELESS|Housing--Homeless Persons|Human Relations |
|
|
HB 1486 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 1521 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
|
Relating to the reduction of methane gas flaring on land dedicated to the permanent university fund. |
House: Energy Resources
|
Referred to Energy Resources |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Environment--Air|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1530 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1624 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
|
Relating to a study on best practices in STEM programs at minority-serving public institutions of higher education and to a grant program to implement those practices. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 1768 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael
|
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving the carrying of weapons at amusement parks or locations associated with schools or other educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
AMUSEMENT PARKS & CARNIVAL RIDES|Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1769 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1891 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Leach, Jeff
|
Relating to the compensation and professional representation of student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Amusements, Games, Sports|ATHLETE AGENTS|Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1923 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn
|
Relating to a study and report by a public institution of higher education on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and ERCOT power outages. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Business & Commerce--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COVID-19|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--General|Utilities--Electric |
|
|
HB 2085 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Morales, Eddie
|
Relating to a feasibility study regarding establishing a four-year institution of higher education in the Texas-Mexico border region. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BORDER|EAGLE PASS, CITY OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 2089 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 2122 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Campos, Liz
|
Relating to purchasing standards for state agencies and institutions of higher education, including standards for contracting with historically underutilized businesses. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2279 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
|
Relating to certain requirements for a public institution of higher education policy requiring students to reside on campus. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 2281 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 2336 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Morales, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the transfer of Sul Ross State University to The Texas A&M University System. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2458 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to a distance learning program at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2491 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Morales, Eddie
|
Relating to creating Texas A&M University--Eagle Pass as a component institution of The Texas A&M University System. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--EAGLE PASS |
|
|
HB 2509 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education for the practice of podiatric medicine in this state. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PODIATRISTS & PODIATRY |
|
|
HB 2645 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the election of certain junior college district trustees by plurality vote. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
BORDER|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--General|LAREDO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT|SOUTHWEST TEXAS JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT |
|
|
HB 2674 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the agreement requirements for receiving a scholarship under the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 2705 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Stucky, Lynn | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Woman's University System. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY AT DALLAS|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY AT HOUSTON|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2827 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: González, Mary
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the transfer to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of certain responsibilities relating to postsecondary education and career counseling. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3164 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
|
Relating to student members of the board of regents of a public university system or public university. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|State Officers|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 3175 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
|
Relating to financial support and incentives for comprehensive regional universities. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
HB 3186 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
|
Relating to the participation in and reimbursement from the skills development fund of certain entities. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--Workforce Development|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3348 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to the number of baccalaureate degree programs certain public junior colleges may offer. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
HB 3383 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to requiring coursework in agriculture for a baccalaureate degree program at a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Agriculture|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3583 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Paddie, Chris
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to energy savings performance contracts. |
House: Energy Resources
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3709 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to curriculum requirements in American and Texas history at institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Arts & Humanities|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3738 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3812 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hunter, Todd
|
Relating to the release of student directory information by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Protection of Personal Information |
|
|
HB 3948 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Senate appoints conferees-reported |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEMP|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3993 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, to student fees imposed by the university, and to the elimination of certain obsolete statutory references in relation to the university. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 4185 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Reynolds, Ron
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Institute for Community Policing at the University of Houston. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Driver Education & Training|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITY POLICING, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 4188 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Romero, Ramon
|
Relating to a study on comprehensive development agreements entered into for transportation projects in this state. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Interim Studies|TEXAS A&M TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 4202 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rose, Toni
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to including work colleges in the TexShare library consortium. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Libraries & Librarians|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|TEXSHARE LIBRARY CONSORTIUM |
|
|
HB 4241 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Jetton, Jacey
|
Relating to the contract terms of certain grants awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 4271 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to the administration of public institutions of higher education, including certain restrictions on hiring and tenure decisions, curriculum, and involvement in litigation. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Abortion|Aliens|Crimes--Capital Punishment|DISCRIMINATION|Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Family--Marriage Relationship|Religion|State Employees |
|
|
HB 4321 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Shine, Hugh
|
Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business. |
House: Business & Industry
|
Referred to Business & Industry |
Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 4361 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to off-campus workforce education or lower-division programs offered by a public institution of higher education at the request of an employer. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 4383 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to providing information to undergraduate students regarding certain fixed or flat tuition rates provided by certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 4487 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the successful completion of degree and certificate programs by certain adult learners at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Received from the House |
ADULT EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Taxation--Franchise|TEXAS RECOVERY ACT |
|
|
HB 4491 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zwiener, Erin
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the successful completion of degree and certificate programs by certain adult learners at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
ADULT EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Taxation--Franchise |
|
|
HB 4493 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the requirement that a state agency provide information to another state agency on request. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Open Records|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 4494 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the purchase of iron and steel products made in the United States for certain projects by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Purchasing--General|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 4500 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive rights of student organizations at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HJR 20 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lopez, Ray
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to require the legislature to appropriate funds to state institutions of higher education to fund certain education programs for veterans. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Military & Veterans|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
HJR 27 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to reduce the allocation of certain general revenue to the economic stabilization fund and to use that revenue for certain science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) scholarships. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SCHOLARSHIPS|Science & Technology|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HJR 128 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a public institution of higher education or public university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|State Officers |
|
|
SB 5 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to State Affairs |
BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM|Utilities--Telecommunications |
|
|
SB 35 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas B-On-time student loan program; authorizing a fee. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 54 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 74 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the contract terms of certain grants awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Left pending in committee |
CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
SB 101 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Emergency Aid for Public Postsecondary Students (TEAPPS) grant program for students at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 102 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain requirements regarding the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 103 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas First Generation Matching Scholarship Program for certain first generation students at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
SB 165 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César
Sponsor: Fierro, Art
|
Relating to an exception to dropped course limitations at public institutions of higher education for courses dropped during a disaster that results in a bar or limit on in-person course attendance. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
COVID-19|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 235 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to limitations on increases in fees charged by certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
SB 236 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to the submission of an affordability and access report by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 342 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 346 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
|
Relating to the participation of open-enrollment charter schools in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 388 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
|
Relating to the reduction of methane gas flaring on land dedicated to the permanent university fund. |
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Environment--Air|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 408 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 475 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to state agency and local government information management and security, including establishment of the state risk and authorization management program and the Texas volunteer incident response team; authorizing fees. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
|
See remarks for effective date |
COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|CYBERSECURITY COUNCIL|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Protection of Personal Information|Purchasing--State|RECORDS MANAGEMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|VOLUNTEERS |
|
|
SB 480 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the student union fee at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
SB 499 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
ATTORNEY GENERAL|City Government--General|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS FIREARM PROTECTION ACT|Weapons |
|
|
SB 522 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to the transfer of Sul Ross State University to The Texas A&M University System. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 603 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|EL PASO SCHOOL OF LAW|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 649 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 660 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the compensation and professional representation of student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Amusements, Games, Sports|ATHLETE AGENTS|Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
SB 661 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to the establishment of the Building Better Futures Program to support educational and occupational skills training opportunities and support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at public and private institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 753 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to a limitation on the amount of a fee charged by a public institution of higher education for late payment of student housing costs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Housing--General |
|
|
SB 758 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 767 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to investments made by the comptroller of public accounts with state funds not deposited in state depositories. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 783 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to the purchase of iron and steel products made in the United States for certain projects by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Purchasing--General|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 810 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
|
Relating to the course information required to be posted on a public institution of higher education's Internet website. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
SB 937 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Campbell, Donna
Sponsor: Tinderholt, Tony
|
Relating to an excused absence from a public institution of higher education for a student called to required military service. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans |
|
|
SB 942 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 956 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education for the practice of podiatric medicine in this state. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PODIATRISTS & PODIATRY |
|
|
SB 994 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the successful completion of degree and certificate programs by certain adult learners at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
ADULT EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Taxation--Franchise|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1019 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Turner, John
|
Relating to a requirement for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to report certain student loan data. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 1026 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to purchasing standards for state agencies and institutions of higher education, including standards for contracting with historically underutilized businesses. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1044 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
|
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SUICIDE |
|
|
SB 1058 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
|
Relating to baccalaureate degree programs offered by certain public junior colleges. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
SB 1092 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
|
Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding course materials by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Electronic Information Systems|ELECTRONIC TEXTBOOKS|INTERNET |
|
|
SB 1126 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Stucky, Lynn
|
Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Woman's University System. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY AT DALLAS|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY AT HOUSTON|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1159 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to performance evaluations of tenured faculty at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1193 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to providing information to undergraduate students regarding certain fixed or flat tuition rates provided by certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|INTERNET |
|
|
SB 1213 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program. |
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY |
|
|
SB 1229 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Texas A&M University at Galveston. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1289 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
|
Relating to prohibiting the carrying of a firearm on property owned or leased by a governmental entity. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Weapons |
|
|
SB 1295 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
|
Relating to financial support and incentives for comprehensive regional universities. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
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|
SB 1300 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to the number of baccalaureate degree programs certain public junior colleges may offer. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
SB 1301 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at The University of Texas at El Paso. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO |
|
|
SB 1348 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Computational Health Research Institute. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|TEXAS COMPUTATIONAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
SB 1360 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to notice of certain criminal conduct by a student or employee of a public or private institution of higher education in this state; authorizing a civil penalty. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY|Law Enforcement|Legislature |
|
|
SB 1385 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the compensation and professional representation of student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
Amusements, Games, Sports|ATHLETE AGENTS|Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
SB 1467 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, to student fees imposed by the university, and to the elimination of certain obsolete statutory references in relation to the university. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1477 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1485 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Paxton, Angela
|
Relating to baccalaureate degree programs offered by certain public junior colleges. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
COLLIN COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
SB 1490 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to authorize certain degree programs offered by private postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1525 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
|
Relating to the administration of the governor's university research initiative. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|GOVERNOR'S UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE ADVISORY BOARD|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND |
|
|
SB 1554 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to energy savings performance contracts. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1617 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to the automatic admission of certain students to general academic teaching institutions in The University of Texas System. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1635 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of establishing a divinity program at Texas Southern University. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Religion|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY |
|
|
SB 1669 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to prohibited discrimination regarding vaccination status and mandates for receiving or participating in the administration of vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Day Care|DISCRIMINATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|Hospitals|IMMUNIZATIONS|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Labor--General|Labor--Management Relations|LONG-TERM CARE|Protection of Personal Information|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1680 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
ANGELO STATE UNIVERSITY|BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR|LAMAR UNIVERSITY|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--COMMERCE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--SAN ANTONIO|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--TEXARKANA|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--FORT BEND|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--MARSHALL|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--NORTH TEXAS|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--WACO|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--WEST TEXAS|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM|WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
SB 1685 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to a study on comprehensive development agreements entered into for transportation projects in this state. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Interim Studies|TEXAS A&M TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
SB 1699 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive rights of student organizations at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1701 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the allocation of certain appropriated funds to public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1709 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
|
Relating to promoting racial equity in the hiring and promotion of faculty members by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Employees |
|
|
SB 1778 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; imposing and authorizing fees; creating a criminal offense. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEMP|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1779 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to prohibiting certain contracts or agreements between a public institution of higher education and a Confucius Institute. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA |
|
|
SB 1780 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of public health in this state, including through the establishment of the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|EPIDEMIC PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE, TEXAS|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1797 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to including work colleges in the TexShare library consortium. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Libraries & Librarians|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|TEXSHARE LIBRARY CONSORTIUM |
|
|
SB 1811 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to Firefighters Enrolled in Fire Science Courses |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1825 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the approval of certain private or independent institutions of higher education to participate in the tuition equalization grant program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DEBT|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 1856 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
|
Relating to certain vocational nursing students providing services during a declared state of disaster. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
SB 1889 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to support public secondary and postsecondary American history and civics education, including the satisfaction of curriculum requirements in American History at institutions of higher education and the establishment of the American History and Civics Project. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Arts & Humanities|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
SB 1926 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to a private civil cause of action against local entities and campus police departments that violate certain laws related to immigration enforcement. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Law Enforcement |
|
|
SB 1963 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the reporting by certain public institutions of higher education on the transferability of credit and to a transferability report card for those institutions. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Withdrawn from calendar (contested) |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 2005 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to off-campus workforce education or lower-division programs offered by a public institution of higher education at the request of an employer. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
SB 2009 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
|
Relating to the designation of centers of excellence for the management and treatment of placenta accreta spectrum disorder. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Hospitals|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE|Women |
|
|
SB 2021 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to student loan forgiveness for certain public service employees or interns. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 2029 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
SB 2134 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to certain standardization in cybersecurity degree programs offered by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 35 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education in this state. |
|
Filed |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 79 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 90 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Slaton, Bryan
|
Relating to requiring public school and public institution of higher education students to participate in interscholastic athletic activities based on biological sex. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE |
|
|
HB 147 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Dominguez, Alex
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
|
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--Administration|Elections--General |
|
|
HB 158 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes
|
Relating to the establishment of the Family Educational Relief Program and an insurance premium tax credit for contributions made for purposes of that program. |
|
Filed |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Family--Parent & Child|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 213 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
|
Filed |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 298 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
|
Relating to athletic conference membership by institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature |
|
|
SB 35 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 37 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain general academic teaching institutions. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--Administration|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 44 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--Administration|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 76 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
|
Relating to athletic conference membership by institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature |
|
|
HB 150 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Family Educational Relief Program and an insurance premium tax credit for contributions made for purposes of that program. |
|
Filed |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Family--Parent & Child|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 159 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Moody, Joe
|
Relating to certain executive orders affecting public schools. |
|
Filed |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--School Districts|Governor|Safety |
|
|
HB 167 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
|
Filed |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF LAW |
|
|
HJR 24 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment reducing The University of Texas System's share of the income and other benefits of the permanent university fund, transferring to the national research university fund and general revenue fund a portion of the annual distribution made from the permanent university fund to the available university fund, and dedicating the portion transferred to the general revenue fund to provide for the support and maintenance of public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
AVAILABLE UNIVERSITY FUND|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Appropriations|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 31 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to prohibiting the use of state or federal money for the purpose of certain instruction at public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 63 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--Administration|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 72 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain general academic teaching institutions. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Administration|Elections--Registration & Suffrage |
|
|
SB 74 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
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SB 95 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings during a declared state of disaster. |
|
Filed |
City Government--Finance|County Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--School Districts|Governor|Safety |
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SJR 14 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment reducing The University of Texas System's share of the income and other benefits of the permanent university fund, transferring to the national research university fund and general revenue fund a portion of the annual distribution made from the permanent university fund to the available university fund, and dedicating the portion transferred to the general revenue fund to provide for the support and maintenance of public institutions of higher education. |
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Filed |
AVAILABLE UNIVERSITY FUND|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Appropriations|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
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HB 80 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Family Educational Relief Program and an insurance premium tax credit for contributions made for purposes of that program. |
|
Filed |
ATTORNEY GENERAL|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Family--Parent & Child|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 158 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
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HB 159 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
|
Relating to the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education and the designation of certain appropriated funds allocated to those institutions. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
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|
HB 173 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
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|
HJR 13 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas university fund to provide funding for research activities conducted by public institutions of higher education in the Texas Tech University System or the University of Houston System. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 33 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings during a declared state of disaster. |
|
Filed |
City Government--General|County Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--School Districts|Governor|Safety |
|
|
SB 51 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine mandates and vaccination status discrimination and to exemptions from certain vaccine requirements. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Co-author authorized |
COVID-19|DISCRIMINATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|IMMUNIZATIONS|Labor--Health & Safety|Political Subdivisions|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
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|
SB 52 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
|
Relating to the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education, the oversight of certain capital projects at those institutions, and the designation of certain appropriated funds allocated to those institutions. |
House: Appropriations
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
BONDS|CAPITAL PROJECT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SENATE, TEXAS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 54 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a legal clinic operated by a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 60 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
|
Relating to a requirement that public institutions of higher education provide certain information regarding certain women's health programs to students. |
House: Higher Education
|
Considered in Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|Health--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|Women |
|
|
HB 99 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Housing--Homeless Persons |
|
|
HB 103 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF LAW |
|
|
HB 114 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
|
Relating to providing public high school students information regarding the availability of college credit awarded for military experience, education, and training obtained during military service. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 138 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to a distance learning program at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 327 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|EL PASO SCHOOL OF LAW|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 367 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
|
Relating to tuition and fee bills or billing statements provided to students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
HB 375 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Elections
|
Referred to Elections |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
HB 412 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Larson, Lyle
|
Relating to an annual football game between The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Holidays|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 413 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 445 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to exceptions from the requirement for a person under the direction or control of a local entity or campus police department to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers. |
House: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Aliens|City Government--General|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Education--School Districts|Health Care Providers|Law Enforcement|Political Subdivisions|Religion |
|
|
HB 449 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
|
Relating to a requirement that a public or private institution of higher education include a notation on a student's transcript under certain circumstances. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 476 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Howard, Donna
Sponsor: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to certain duties of public institutions of higher education and the Department of State Health Services regarding policies on the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 508 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
House: Elections
|
Referred to Elections |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
HB 539 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the automatic admission to general academic teaching institutions and eligibility for certain scholarships of a student who is the valedictorian of the student's high school graduating class. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 617 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Neave, Victoria
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the response by certain public and private institutions of higher education to reports of sexual assault at those institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 637 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the salaries of the superintendent of the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the superintendent of the Texas School for the Deaf. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE|DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Salaries & Expenses |
|
|
HB 739 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Harless, Sam | et. al.
Sponsor: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to tuition and fees for certain military spouses and dependents. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Military & Veterans |
|
|
HB 792 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Toth, Steve
|
Relating to the use of land in the William Goodrich Jones State Forest. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MONTGOMERY COUNTY|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 809 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOMELESS|Housing--General |
|
|
HB 879 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bell, Cecil
|
Relating to the automatic admission to general academic teaching institutions of students who complete the early college education program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum |
|
|
HB 904 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Minjarez, Ina
|
Relating to requiring The University of Texas at San Antonio to conduct a study regarding cyber attacks against financial institutions in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Financial--General|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO |
|
|
HB 985 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the effect of certain agreements with a collective bargaining organization on certain state-funded public work contracts. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 1009 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
|
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1101 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the name of the Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Administration
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SOUTHWEST COLLEGE FOR THE DEAF|SOUTHWEST COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF |
|
|
HB 1118 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
|
Relating to a requirement that public and private institutions of higher education provide certain cost and employment opportunity data for degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 1167 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael
|
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving the carrying of weapons at amusement parks or locations associated with schools or other educational institutions. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
|
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence |
Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1173 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1180 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the agreement requirements for receiving a scholarship under the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
|
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 1203 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1236 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1252 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOOD|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 1373 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zedler, Bill
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 1401 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
|
Relating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. |
House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 1407 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility requirements for receiving distributions from the national research university fund. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 1424 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
|
Relating to a local agreement with the Department of State Health Services to improve laboratory capabilities in border counties. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in committee |
BORDER|CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|HIDALGO COUNTY|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1477 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
|
Relating to the use of grants under the emergency medical services assistance program and the distribution of certain revenue received by the comptroller. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|SCHOLARSHIPS|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1547 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at Sul Ross State University and Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY--RIO GRANDE COLLEGE|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1562 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.
|
Relating to the allocation and use of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations - S/C on Infrastructure, Resiliency & Invest
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--FORT BEND|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--NORTH TEXAS|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1592 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to health care professional liability coverage for certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|Malpractice--Professionals|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1630 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
|
Relating to the funding of dual credit courses provided by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1759 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the core curriculum at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
HB 1793 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to a suit against The University of Texas at Tyler. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER |
|
|
HB 1891 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Stucky, Lynn
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to an exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for students who achieve a certain score on a high school equivalency examination. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1943 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
|
Relating to the inclusion of transfer pathways in the guidelines addressing transfer practices published by general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 1945 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
|
Relating to carrying a handgun in certain areas of the campus of a public or private institution of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Day Care|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Minors--Health & Safety|Weapons |
|
|
HB 2000 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
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HB 2073 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wu, Gene
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 2078 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the coordination of the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
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HB 2100 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
|
Received from the House |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
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HB 2197 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Frullo, John
|
Relating to an agreement between a school district and public institution of higher education to provide a dual credit program to high school students enrolled in the district. |
House: Higher Education
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--School Districts |
|
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HB 2325 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to information and communication of governmental and other entities regarding disasters and health and human services. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
9-1-1 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER|City Government--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|County Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION & REFERRAL NETWORK, TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|Political Subdivisions|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|VOLUNTEERS |
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HB 2340 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to emergency and disaster management, response, and recovery. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Congress|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|UNMANNED AIRCRAFT STUDY GROUP |
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HB 2345 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FLOODS|Interim Studies|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2383 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law as an independent public institution of higher education; granting a power of eminent domain. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOUSTON, CITY OF|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY'S THURGOOD MARSHALL SCHOOL OF LAW|THURGOOD MARSHALL SCHOOL OF LAW |
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HB 2469 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to retirement benefits for certain peace officers who are members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|PEACE OFFICERS|Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters|Retirement Systems--Teachers |
|
|
HB 2472 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to retirement benefits for certain peace officers who are members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, including the creation of a peace officer supplemental retirement fund. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
|
No action taken in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|PEACE OFFICERS|Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters|Retirement Systems--Teachers|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 2543 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to exempting textbooks purchased, used, or consumed by certain students from the sales and use tax. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
HB 2554 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bucy III, John
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to regulation of the display of signs containing political advertising. |
House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
ADVERTISING|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--Campaign Financing|Elections--Candidates|Elections--General|Highways|Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant|Property Interests--Property Owners Association|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 2633 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the consumption, possession, or sale of an alcoholic beverage at a performing arts facility leased to a nonprofit organization by a school district. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--School Districts|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2648 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
|
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism |
City Government--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|Historic Preservation & Museums|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources |
|
|
HB 2680 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to the student recreational facility fee at The University of Texas at Tyler. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER |
|
|
HB 2709 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Frullo, John
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to authorization for the sale of certain Texas Tech University property. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2715 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Transportation on shared motor-assisted scooters. |
House: Transportation
|
Received from the House |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 2718 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to authorizing an increase in the student union fee at The University of Texas at Arlington. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2794 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the administration of emergency management in this state. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|Governor|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2870 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 2879 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
|
Relating to a competitive grant program to fund promotion of early literacy programs in certain communities in this state. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--Child Services|LITERACY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 2963 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the conveyance of certain state forest land in Cherokee County under the control of the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
CHEROKEE COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2980 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to the award of grants by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to increase the availability of clinical education practice sites for certain nursing students. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 3042 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas college work-study program and to establishing a program for the off-campus employment of certain students at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Wages|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 3069 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a grant program for promoting computer science certification and professional development in coding, technology applications, and computer science for public school teachers. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 3141 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to providing by contract for a public or private entity to act as the administering authority for the state virtual school network and to the duties of the administering authority. |
House: Public Education
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Electronic Information Systems |
|
|
HB 3165 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to an occupational and life skills associate degree program offered by the Lone Star College System District. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|LONE STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM DISTRICT |
|
|
HB 3240 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
|
Relating to a study by the Legislative Budget Board concerning the long-term effects of regulating tuition rates and amounts charged by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Interim Studies|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
HB 3266 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
|
Relating to fees charged to students enrolled at component institutions of The Texas A&M University System. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 3312 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to authorizing a health and wellness center fee at the University of Houston-Victoria. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA |
|
|
HB 3382 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Pacheco, Leo
|
Relating to the application of certain occupation-related postsecondary educational financial aid and student loan repayment programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
HB 3395 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3444 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Smithee, John
|
Relating to the reporting of allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, or other malfeasance in the use of public resources by public and private institutions of higher education for the purpose of compliance monitoring by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUDITOR, STATE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3565 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Rural|Education--School Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3574 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to employment policies for certain health care providers in medical and dental units. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
|
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS |
|
|
HB 3601 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the recognition by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of competency-based education degree plans for members of the Texas military forces. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3612 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Davis, Yvonne
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3613 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rose, Toni
|
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
House: Human Services
|
Referred to Human Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection |
|
|
HB 3621 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to a requirement that a student's postsecondary transcript include the average or median grade awarded in each class. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3655 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
|
Relating to the administration and operation of the state's programs for paying, prepaying, or saving toward the costs of attending an institution of higher education, including the powers and duties of the Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|PREPAID HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION BOARD |
|
|
HB 3658 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to drug or alcohol overdose awareness and response training for residential advisors and officers of student organizations at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING |
|
|
HB 3726 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
|
Relating to the use of the law enforcement officer standards and education fund for continuing education expenses of law enforcement personnel at private or independent institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CONTINUING EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Law Enforcement|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 3808 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Walle, Armando
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the timely graduation of and attainment of marketable skills by students in public higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3814 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
|
Relating to a reporting requirement for certain incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking at certain public and private institutions of higher education; creating a criminal offense; authorizing administrative penalties. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT|SEXUAL HARASSMENT|STALKING |
|
|
HB 3819 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to the alignment of courses between educational entities in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3853 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Walle, Armando
|
Relating to biological and environmental research conducted on private land by a public or private institution of higher education and the eligibility of that land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land; authorizing a fee. |
House: Higher Education
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Environment--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
HB 3871 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Krause, Matt
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
City Government--Roads|County Government--Roads|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety|SPEED LIMITS|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 3875 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to cloud compatibility of certain state agency information technology purchases. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3932 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the advisory council on postsecondary education for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4010 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the filing of a degree plan by students at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4039 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to meeting the graduate medical education needs of medical degree programs offered or proposed by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 4098 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Beckley, Michelle
|
Relating to reports of sexual assault made to public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Family--Family Violence|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|Safety|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 4175 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to restrictions on the method of providing public speaking or similar courses by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems |
|
|
HB 4182 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to an intercollegiate athletics fee at the University of North Texas at Dallas. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS |
|
|
HB 4208 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Pacheco, Leo
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain requirements regarding the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 4214 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
|
Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning. |
House: State Affairs
|
Received from the House |
City Government--General|COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|County Government--General|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Purchasing--State|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 4389 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to student success-based funding for certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4558 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Fierro, Art
|
Relating to the curriculum requirements in government or political science at institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 4586 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael
|
Relating to certain academic programs and projects undertaken by public institutions of higher education at an off-campus academic or research site or a similar location. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 4615 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meyer, Morgan
|
Relating to certain performance-based incentives and teacher education and development initiatives administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING|Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
SB 6 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
|
Relating to emergency and disaster management, response, and recovery. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Disabilities, Persons with|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WORK GROUP|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|Environment--General|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|LOANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE|WET DEBRIS STUDY GROUP |
|
|
SB 18 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 25 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, Chris | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer, academic progress, and timely graduation of students in public higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 34 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the maximum number of semester credit hours allowed for and funding sources used to supplement a TEXAS grant. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid |
|
|
SB 35 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas B-On-time student loan program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 64 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Phelan, Dade
|
Relating to cybersecurity for information resources. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Electronic Information Systems|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Protection of Personal Information|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Retirement Systems--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Utilities--Electric |
|
|
SB 117 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
SB 134 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
|
Relating to the participation of the medical school at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in the Joint Admission Medical Program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|JOINT ADMISSION MEDICAL PROGRAM COUNCIL|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
SB 144 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 249 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the automatic admission to general academic teaching institutions and eligibility for certain scholarships of a student who is the valedictorian of the student's high school graduating class. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
SB 256 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to a requirement that public institutions of higher education provide certain information regarding certain women's health programs to students. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|Health--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|Women |
|
|
SB 275 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the appointment of the chief executive officer of a public institution of higher education or university system. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Officers |
|
|
SB 331 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Housing--Homeless Persons |
|
|
SB 345 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Toth, Steve
|
Relating to the use of land in the William Goodrich Jones State Forest. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MONTGOMERY COUNTY|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 440 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to a suit against The University of Texas at Tyler. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER |
|
|
SB 447 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 473 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the effect of certain agreements with a collective bargaining organization on certain state-funded public work contracts. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 487 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection |
|
|
SB 499 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Smithee, John
|
Relating to the requirement that certain participating institutions under the student loan program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board provide loan debt information to students. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 504 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Beckley, Michelle
|
Relating to the inclusion of certain information in postsecondary education and career counseling academies developed for certain school counselors and other postsecondary advisors employed by a school district. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS |
|
|
SB 505 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education; making an appropriation. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
BONDS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 563 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
|
Relating to the reporting of information about the use of federal money for flood research, planning, and mitigation projects. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|FLOODS|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Management & Control|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--Development|Water--General |
|
|
SB 576 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Fallon, Pat
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 702 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Harless, Sam
|
Relating to the authorization and reporting of expenditures for lobbying activities by certain political subdivisions and other public entities. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Ethics|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|INTERNET|LOBBYISTS & LOBBYING|Open Meetings|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
SB 709 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Frullo, John | et. al.
|
Relating to the allocation and use of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--FORT BEND|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE--NORTH TEXAS|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 828 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to the name of the Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SOUTHWEST COLLEGE FOR THE DEAF|SOUTHWEST COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 841 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 847 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to the student recreational facility fee at The University of Texas at Tyler. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER |
|
|
SB 880 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive rights at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Co-author authorized |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 884 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Emergency Aid for Public Postsecondary Students (TEAPPS) grant program for students at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 919 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to health care professional liability coverage for certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers |
|
|
SB 945 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to drug or alcohol overdose awareness and response training for residential advisors and officers of student organizations at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING |
|
|
SB 1017 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the advisory council on postsecondary education for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1162 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
|
Relating to student success-based funding for certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1183 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Campbell, Donna
|
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
City Government--Roads|County Government--Roads|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety|SPEED LIMITS|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 1192 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the Texas college work-study program and to establishing a program for the off-campus employment of certain students at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 1195 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Elections--General |
|
|
SB 1276 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
Sponsor: Frullo, John
|
Relating to an agreement between a school district and public institution of higher education to provide a dual credit program to high school students enrolled in the district. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--School Districts |
|
|
SB 1284 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Raney, John
|
Relating to a competitive grant program to fund promotion of early literacy programs in certain communities in this state. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--Child Services|LITERACY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON |
|
|
SB 1296 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to the filing of a degree plan by students at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum |
|
|
SB 1324 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the filing of a degree plan by students at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1378 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to meeting the graduate medical education needs of medical degree programs offered or proposed by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1441 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board comparing postsecondary educational outcomes for certain traditional and nontraditional students. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Interim Studies |
|
|
SB 1460 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the conveyance of certain state forest land in Cherokee County under the control of the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CHEROKEE COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1477 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to eliminating the requirement that certain top high school graduates be granted automatic admission to certain universities and eliminating the scholarship program for those graduates to attend certain institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
SB 1504 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Thierry, Shawn
|
Relating to the abolition of the B-On-time student loan account and the allocation of funds remaining in that account. |
House: Appropriations
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 1517 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the designation of a public high school by the Texas Education Agency as an early college high school. |
Senate: Education
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems |
|
|
SB 1539 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program for certain students who are veterans. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
|
No action taken in committee |
ALAMO COMMUNITY COLLEGE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Military & Veterans |
|
|
SB 1540 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the designation of support services liaison officers at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--Direct Assistance|Human Services--Medical Assistance |
|
|
SB 1635 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to medical and dental clinical education in public and nonprofit hospitals. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Hospitals|SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON COLLEGE OF MEDICINE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |
|
|
SB 1664 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
|
Relating to the administration and operation of the state's programs for paying, prepaying, or saving toward the costs of attending an institution of higher education, including the powers and duties of the Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|PREPAID HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION BOARD |
|
|
SB 1668 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the administration of emergency management in this state. |
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs |
Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|Governor|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1672 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1678 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to an intercollegiate athletics fee at the University of North Texas at Dallas. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS |
|
|
SB 1680 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Rose, Toni
|
Relating to the approval of certain private or independent institutions of higher education to participate in the tuition equalization grant program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1736 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to certain duties of public institutions of higher education and the Department of State Health Services regarding policies on the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1756 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the reporting of allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, or other malfeasance in the use of public resources by public and private institutions of higher education for the purpose of compliance monitoring by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUDITOR, STATE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 1757 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Frullo, John
|
Relating to student loan repayment assistance under the math and science scholars loan repayment program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
SB 1758 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Pacheco, Leo
|
Relating to the application of certain occupation-related postsecondary educational financial aid and student loan repayment programs. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|STUDENT LOANS|WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1779 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Paxton, Angela
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
|
Relating to security for state agency information and information technologies. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
City Government--General|COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1865 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to certain state programs to address the workforce needs of members of the United States military and their dependents. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--General|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Employees |
|
|
SB 1877 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to the release of certain student information. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 1982 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to speech protections for student journalism at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Communications & Press|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities |
|
|
SB 2000 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to certain academic programs and projects undertaken by public institutions of higher education at an off-campus academic or research site or a similar location. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2001 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 2058 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain requirements regarding the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 2064 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to methane gas reduction by The University of Texas System. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Environment--Air|Oil & Gas|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 2111 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Price, Four
|
Relating to the Health and Human Services Commission developing a plan to contract with a public institution of higher education to operate a certain state hospital. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Hospitals|Mental Health & Substance Abuse |
|
|
SB 2130 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to an exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for students who achieve certain scores on a high school equivalency examination. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2157 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
|
Relating to excused absences from public school for the purpose of visiting an institution of higher education. |
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance |
|
|
SB 2217 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Students with Disabilities Scholarship Program for certain students at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2247 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 2280 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 2325 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2338 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to student success-based funding for certain public institutions of higher education. |
|
Filed |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2380 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to the creation of certain pilot programs to encourage economic and educational opportunities in certain regions of this state. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Left pending in committee |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Rural|Education--School Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 2398 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to establishment of the higher education pilot program for foster youth and former foster youth. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|Minors--General |
|
|
SB 2412 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to certain requirements for the administration of the Coordinated Admission Program (CAP) at The University of Texas at Austin. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
SJR 64 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 17 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Higher Education Innovation Accelerator for public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 46 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF LAW |
|
|
HB 112 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
|
Relating to a limitation on the amount of tuition charged by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
HB 169 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF LAW |
|
|
HB 220 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Johnson, Eric
|
Relating to a person's eligibility to take the state's bar examination and to supreme court approval of law schools for the purpose of establishing eligibility. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
|
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Lawyers|STATE BAR OF TEXAS|SUPREME COURT |
|
|
HB 254 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hernandez, Ana
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 282 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 319 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to a distance learning program at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 375 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
|
Relating to providing for the carrying of handguns without a license and to related offenses and penalties. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|PEACE OFFICERS|TRESPASS|Weapons |
|
|
HB 391 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 392 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to certain offenses involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises of certain hospitals, mental health facilities, and nursing facilities. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Hospitals|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|Weapons |
|
|
HB 393 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 404 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
|
Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. |
House: Public Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 417 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the repeal of the Texas Success Initiative. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 430 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
|
Relating to outcomes-based funding for general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 465 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
|
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving the carrying of weapons at amusement parks or locations associated with schools or educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
AMUSEMENT PARKS & CARNIVAL RIDES|Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 493 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
|
Relating to reporting requirements for the College Credit for Heroes program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
|
Effective on 1/1/18 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 585 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hernandez, Ana
|
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the qualification for and performance at institutions of higher education of certain students who completed certain mathematics courses during high school. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 653 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to the Texas Educational Opportunity Grant program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 654 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for returning adult students at public institutions of higher education and to the tuition rate that may be charged to those students for certain excessive undergraduate hours. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 711 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Wu, Gene
|
Relating to a limitation on the number of certain nontenured or nontenure track faculty employed at public universities. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 712 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 767 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Fallon, Pat
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 796 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to the work-study student mentorship program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 817 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
|
Relating to a study on increasing the number of medical residency programs, medical residents, and physicians practicing medical specialties in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
No action taken in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO |
|
|
HB 832 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to state funding for baccalaureate degree programs offered at certain public junior colleges. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 841 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 906 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Elkins, Gary
|
Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
|
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 968 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 973 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 1007 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the establishment of veterans resource centers at certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1096 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
|
Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to establish a policy and prevention and outreach program on campus sexual assault, family violence, and stalking. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Family--Family Violence|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT|STALKING |
|
|
HB 1121 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to instruction in accessible design in the curriculum for an architecture degree program offered by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1176 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to an optometry career program at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|OPTOMETRY & OPTOMETRISTS|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 1179 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
|
Relating to a requirement that a student's postsecondary transcript include the average or median grade awarded in each class. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1192 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
|
Relating to the expansion of the College Credit for Heroes program to lower-division public institutions of higher education offering degrees in certain fields. |
House: Higher Education
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans|TECHNICAL EDUCATION|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1212 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 1237 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program and to the repeal of the tech-prep program. |
House: Public Education
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Science & Technology|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1241 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
|
Relating to student success-based funding recommendations for certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1359 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to monuments and memorials for Texas heroes and other persons and events of historical significance; creating criminal offenses. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Military & Veterans|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Retirement Systems--State Employees|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Officers|TEXAS HERO PROTECTION ACT |
|
|
HB 1369 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Returned to Calendars Committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1407 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the establishment of the emergency medical services assistance program. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|DISTANCE EDUCATION|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GOVERNOR'S EMS & TRAUMA ADVISORY COUNCIL|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|RURAL|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1425 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Swanson, Valoree
|
Relating to a requirement that public and private institutions of higher education provide certain cost and employment opportunity data for degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 1498 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for maintenance and repairs at institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 1499 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for maintenance, renovation, and repair of certain state buildings. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 1580 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
No action taken in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 1602 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Keough, Mark | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 1628 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 1640 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al.
|
Relating to ensuring continuity of education for homeless children and foster care youth and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth. |
House: Human Services
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|FOSTER CARE|Labor--Workforce Development|Minors--General |
|
|
HB 1705 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
|
Relating to curriculum requirements in American history at institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 1737 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to certain academic programs and projects undertaken by public institutions of higher education at an off-campus academic or research site or a similar location. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 1840 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Relating to the requirement for a report by a state agency on the request for a study from an institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 1842 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program and to the repeal of the tech-prep program. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Science & Technology|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1843 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage and the performance of related risk management services for the University of Houston System and the component institutions of that system. |
House: Business & Industry
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Public Employees|Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1882 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Relating to the management of university land by The University of Texas System. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Left pending in committee |
CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1913 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to the required qualifications for serving as president of the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth and to the prohibition against the award of certain degrees by the center's governing board. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1915 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Cain, Briscoe
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS|Weapons |
|
|
HB 2155 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to a college readiness memorandum of understanding between a school district and a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts |
|
|
HB 2210 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Cortez, Philip
|
Relating to a college readiness memorandum of understanding between a school district and a public institution of higher education. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts |
|
|
HB 2223 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to developmental coursework offered by public institutions of higher education under the Texas Success Initiative. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2229 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to requiring certain public and private institutions of higher education to provide students and employees an option to electronically report certain offenses to the institution. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Electronic Information Systems|Family--Family Violence|SEXUAL ASSAULT|STALKING |
|
|
HB 2230 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to requiring certain public and private institutions of higher education to provide amnesty to students who report incidents of sexual assault. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 2232 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
|
Relating to the establishment of a statewide task force to address sexual assault occurring on the campuses of public and private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Family--Family Violence|Governor|SEXUAL ASSAULT|TASK FORCE ON CAMPUS SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 2242 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to the establishment of a college of veterinary medicine at Texas A&M University--Kingsville. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 2285 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Institute for Coastal Prairie Research and Education at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GIFTS & DONATIONS|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 2355 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to assist students at public institutions of higher education who are homeless. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOMELESS|Housing--General |
|
|
HB 2404 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to reports of sexual assault made to public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CRIME VICTIMS|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Family--Family Violence|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|Safety|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 2421 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to an annual report on employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2431 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the participation of public state colleges in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2432 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Raney, John
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to certain academic programs and projects undertaken by public institutions of higher education at a location other than the institution's main campus. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Returned from the House for further action |
BRAZOS COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2478 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Davis, Sarah
|
Relating to an innovation grant program to support residency training programs in psychiatric specialty fields. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|PHYSICIANS |
|
|
HB 2527 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 2541 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to funding for apprenticeship training programs through a lottery game. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
|
Left pending in committee |
Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|LOTTERIES|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2637 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Faircloth, Wayne | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 2673 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
|
Relating to the development of transferable degree or certificate program curricula for which qualified veterans or military service members may be awarded course credit based on military service. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2819 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program. |
House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Oil & Gas|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY |
|
|
HB 2895 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the requirement that certain public institutions of higher education post mental health resources on the institution's Internet website. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET|Mental Health & Substance Abuse |
|
|
HB 2902 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|SOUTH TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 2917 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the establishment of a scholarship program to support study abroad by students enrolled at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 2918 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Uresti, Tomas
|
Relating to requiring a public institution of higher education to post on its Internet website a status report regarding certain disciplinary processes involving an incident of campus sexual assault. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|INTERNET|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 2920 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to an audit of faculty composition by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
AUDITS & AUDITORS|Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2988 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Frullo, John
|
Relating to authorization for the conveyance of certain real property from Texas Tech University to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER |
|
|
HB 2999 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
|
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain medical centers in certain counties. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/18 |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Science & Technology|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3059 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bell, Cecil
|
Relating to the automatic admission to general academic teaching institutions of students who complete the early college education program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum |
|
|
HB 3091 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burkett, Cindy
|
Relating to evaluating and improving the provision of prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
House: Human Services
|
Referred to Human Services |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection |
|
|
HB 3092 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burkett, Cindy
|
Relating to prevention and early intervention services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
House: Human Services
|
Referred to Human Services |
CHILD ABUSE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3142 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to a requirement that a public or private institution of higher education include a disciplinary notation on a student's transcript under certain circumstances. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3143 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to mental health professional staffing requirements at certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse |
|
|
HB 3159 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Button, Angie
|
Relating to a study regarding the economic impact of general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3160 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
|
Relating to use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund for certain projects involving the commercialization of property derived from research at or through institutions of higher education. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Left pending in committee |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND |
|
|
HB 3179 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas college work-study program and to establishing a program for the off-campus employment of certain students at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Companion considered in lieu of |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3187 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to the campus sexual assault policy at a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
COUNSELING & THERAPY|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 3195 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to a requirement that each public institution of higher education develop and implement a strategic plan for the prevention of sexual assault and unplanned pregnancy. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 3231 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
|
Relating to financial accountability standards for charter schools operated by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Public Education
|
Returned to Calendars Committee |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools |
|
|
HB 3245 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Button, Angie
|
Relating to the definition of distinguished researcher for purposes of the governor's university research initiative. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
HB 3247 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Leach, Jeff
|
Relating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|EDUCATIONALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3260 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
|
Relating to use of the governor's university research initiative fund to support the commercialization of property derived from research at or through public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE FUND |
|
|
HB 3267 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to participation in and contributions to the optional retirement program for certain employees of institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Retirement Systems--General|Retirement Systems--Teachers |
|
|
HB 3327 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn
|
Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. |
House: Elections
|
Referred to Elections |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
HB 3330 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the establishment of a legislative internship program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3407 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a task force to address suicide prevention at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|SUICIDE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 3568 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Oliverson, Tom
|
Relating to an occupational and life skills associate degree program offered by the Lone Star College System District. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|LONE STAR COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 3577 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to the establishment of the emergency medical services educational program. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|Health--Rural|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3593 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
|
Relating to instruction in career and technology education provided by public schools, including instruction in technology applications, cybersecurity, and computer coding, and to consideration of completed practicums and internships in school accountability ratings. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective immediately |
COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology|TECHNICAL EDUCATION |
|
|
HB 3610 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Higher Education Innovation Accelerator for public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 3747 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to a requirement that each state university provide to a student certain employment data relating to the student's major field of study. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 3766 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions or waivers at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3768 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Guided Pathways program to facilitate the completion by students of undergraduate certificate and degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 3775 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Raney, John
|
Relating to a competitive grant program to fund promotion of early literacy programs in certain communities in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Returned to Calendars Committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--Child Services|LITERACY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 3780 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a state secondary Internet website domain name server. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
|
Left pending in committee |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 3818 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to a sexual assault policy at public and private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 3842 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
|
Relating to transferring the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities to The University of Texas at Austin and renaming the office the Office for Healthy Children. |
House: Human Services
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--General|OFFICE FOR HEALTHY CHILDREN|OFFICE FOR THE PREVENTION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 3851 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education; providing immunity. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHYSICIANS|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING |
|
|
HB 3866 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 4035 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to eligibility and contributions for coverage under the state employee group benefits program and health benefit plans offered by certain university systems. |
House: Pensions
Senate: State Affairs
|
See remarks for effective date |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Insurance--Health & Accident|Retirement Systems--General|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 4216 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Walle, Armando
|
Relating to required notice to certain students at public lower-division institutions of higher education regarding skills development job training or incentive programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4220 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the regulation of certain degree-granting postsecondary educational institutions by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4251 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Walle, Armando
|
Relating to an exemption from tuition and required fees at public institutions of higher education for undergraduate students from low-income families. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
HJR 54 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Elkins, Gary
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
|
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation |
Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HJR 110 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to establish permanent funds for the support of state institutions and agencies of higher education that do not participate in funding from the permanent university fund. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
HJR 114 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to divert any net income attributable to newly discovered oil and gas or other mineral interests on permanent university fund land from the permanent university fund to fund capital projects at certain public universities and agencies of higher education that are currently ineligible for distributions from the permanent university fund. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Mines & Mineral Resources|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HR 2609 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 968. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
SB 18 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to public institutions of higher education setting aside portions of designated tuition for student financial assistance. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
SB 19 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to performance-based tuition limitations for and a temporary limitation on the amount of tuition and fees charged by certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 22 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program and to the repeal of the tech-prep program. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Science & Technology|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 32 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas B-On-time student loan program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|LOANS |
|
|
SB 33 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to eligibility for a TEXAS Grant and to administration of the TEXAS grant program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid |
|
|
SB 34 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to outcomes-based funding for general academic teaching institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 59 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Kuempel, John
|
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--Water & Sewer |
|
|
SB 60 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced, processed, or grown in this state. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 141 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
|
Relating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|EDUCATIONALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 249 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom
|
Relating to the submission of an affordability and access report by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 331 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Rose, Toni | et. al.
|
Relating to the temporary approval of a private or independent college or university to continue to participate in the tuition equalization grant program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 349 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
|
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
SB 352 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 367 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
SB 437 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in El Paso County. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO COUNTY|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 482 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the creation of a program to assist foster care youth and former foster care youth in accessing higher education, career information, and skills certifications. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|FOSTER CARE|Labor--Workforce Development|Minors--General |
|
|
SB 543 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to performance-based tuition limitations for certain public institutions of higher education and a temporary tuition limitation for those institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
SB 574 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the expansion of applied workforce learning opportunities in this state, including through the establishment of the Texas Industry Internship Challenge. |
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 598 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 634 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Button, Angie
|
Relating to reporting requirements for certain skills development fund workforce training program providers. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--Workforce Development|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 719 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Raney, John
|
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to collect, study, and report certain data regarding workforce education programs. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
SB 802 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to a study and report regarding best practices in the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 803 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to a study on the feasibility of requiring certain researchers to make research papers available to the public. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Libraries & Librarians|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 810 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the purchase and use of open educational resources. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Education--Primary & Secondary--Textbooks|Education--School Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 828 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to certain academic programs and projects undertaken by public institutions of higher education at an off-campus academic or research site or a similar location. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 834 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to state funding for baccalaureate degree programs offered at certain public junior colleges. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 885 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the maximum number of semester credit hours allowed for and funding sources used to supplement a TEXAS grant and to the removal of obsolete references related to the Teach for Texas grant program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 968 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
|
Relating to a sexual assault policy at certain public and private institutions of higher education and to requiring those institutions to provide students and employees an option to electronically report certain offenses to the institution. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Electronic Information Systems|Family--Family Violence|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT|STALKING |
|
|
SB 969 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to requiring certain public and private institutions of higher education to provide amnesty to students who report certain incidents, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
SB 970 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
|
Relating to a sexual assault policy at public and private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
SB 997 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
|
Relating to peace officer enforcement of federal immigration law at places of worship, hospitals, public schools, and courthouses. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Courts--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|Hospitals|IMMIGRATION LAW|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|Religion |
|
|
SB 1033 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Frullo, John
|
Relating to authorization for the conveyance of certain real property from Texas Tech University to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER |
|
|
SB 1066 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to meeting the graduate medical education needs of new medical degree programs offered by public institutions of higher education and to the employment status of certain residents participating in certain graduate medical education programs. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GRADUATE STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1092 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to access to certain meetings and information of private or independent institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Open Meetings|Open Records |
|
|
SB 1097 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to funding for apprenticeship training programs through a lottery game. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|LOTTERIES|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1119 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to an annual report on employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1151 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1170 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 1181 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Whitmire, John
|
Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage and the performance of related risk management services for the University of Houston System and the component institutions of that system. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Public Employees|Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 1220 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Sponsor: Vo, Hubert
|
Relating to ensuring continuity of education and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth. |
House: Human Services
Senate: Education
|
Effective immediately |
CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|FOSTER CARE|Minors--General |
|
|
SB 1223 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to suits against The University of Texas at Tyler. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER |
|
|
SB 1225 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to eligibility requirements for the repayment of certain physician education loans. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Human Services--Medical Assistance|PHYSICIANS|STUDENT LOANS |
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SB 1323 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the academic costs charged to resident undergraduate students by general academic teaching institutions and to certain reports regarding certain costs of those institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
SB 1367 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education; providing immunity. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHYSICIANS|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING |
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SB 1467 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas college work-study program and to establishing a program for the off-campus employment of certain students at public or private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
House passage as amended reported |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
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|
SB 1471 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the establishment of the emergency medical services assistance program. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|DISTANCE EDUCATION|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GOVERNOR'S EMS & TRAUMA ADVISORY COUNCIL|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|RURAL|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
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|
SB 1527 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development |
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SB 1531 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the expansion of the College Credit for Heroes program to lower-division public institutions of higher education offering degrees in certain fields. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans|TECHNICAL EDUCATION|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
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|
SB 1558 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to automatic admission to general academic teaching institutions for valedictorians of certain high school graduating classes. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1649 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Moody, Joe
|
Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of criminal trespass. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TRESPASS |
|
|
SB 1743 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
|
Relating to transferring the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities to The University of Texas at Austin and renaming the office the Office for Healthy Children. |
House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--General|OFFICE FOR HEALTHY CHILDREN|OFFICE FOR THE PREVENTION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
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|
SB 1762 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the regulation of the parking and removal of vehicles on the campus of a public institution of higher education. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PARKING|TOW COMPANIES & TOWING OF VEHICLES |
|
|
SB 1782 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for returning adult students at public institutions of higher education and to the tuition rate that may be charged to those students for certain excessive undergraduate hours. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1809 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain medical centers in certain counties. |
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Science & Technology|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
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|
SB 1837 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
|
Relating to financial accountability standards for charter schools operated by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools |
|
|
SB 1845 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Blanco, César
|
Relating to the development of transferable degree or certificate program curricula for which qualified veterans or military service members may be awarded course credit based on military service. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1888 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to limitations on the automatic admission of students to general academic teaching institutions and on the admission of nonresident students to The University of Texas at Austin. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
SB 1892 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to student success-based funding for certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1910 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to state agency information security plans, information technology employees, and online and mobile applications. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1926 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|SOUTH TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
|
|
SB 1930 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to the adoption of cats and dogs previously used for research at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Animals|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1982 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to the establishment of a university system center located in Brazos County as part of The Texas A&M University System. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BRAZOS COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 2033 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to the fixed tuition price plan offered by certain general academic teaching institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
SB 2079 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to a requirement that a student's postsecondary transcript include the average or median grade awarded in each class. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2082 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
|
Relating to the work-study student mentorship program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2086 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer of students and course credit within the public higher education system. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 2109 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to a requirement that each public institution of higher education develop and implement a strategic plan for the prevention of sexual assault and unplanned pregnancy. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
COUNSELING & THERAPY|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
SB 2122 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
|
Relating to the coordination of the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
SB 2131 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to efforts to facilitate the completion by students of undergraduate certificate and degree programs. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
House appoints conferees-reported |
COUNSELING & THERAPY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 2201 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to curriculum requirements in American history at institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 2214 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SJR 56 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding a transfer of money from the economic stabilization fund to the permanent fund supporting military and veterans exemptions to fund tuition and fee exemptions for children of veterans. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|Military & Veterans|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
SJR 57 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the maximum amount of the annual distribution made from the permanent university fund to the available university fund. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
AVAILABLE UNIVERSITY FUND|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SR 931 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 968. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
HB 113 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Uresti, Tomas
|
Relating to requiring a public institution of higher education to post on its Internet website a status report regarding certain disciplinary processes involving an incident of sexual assault or sexual harassment. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|INTERNET|SEXUAL ASSAULT|SEXUAL HARASSMENT |
|
|
HB 122 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to a requirement that a public or private institution of higher education include a disciplinary notation on a student's transcript under certain circumstances. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 281 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Fallon, Pat
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 330 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Neave, Victoria
|
Relating to an investigation by the Department of Public Safety into the response by certain public and private institutions of higher education to reports of sexual assault at those institutions. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 371 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
|
Relating to the establishment of a statewide task force to address sexual assault occurring on the campuses of public and private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Family--Family Violence|SEXUAL ASSAULT|TASK FORCE ON CAMPUS SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
SB 29 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to a reporting requirement for certain incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking at certain public and private institutions of higher education; creating a criminal offense; authorizing administrative penalties. |
|
Filed |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Family--Family Violence|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SEXUAL ASSAULT|SEXUAL HARASSMENT|STALKING |
|
|
HB 26 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
|
Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, creation of the Economic Incentive Oversight Board and the governor's university research initiative, abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK, TEXAS|ECONOMIC INCENTIVE OVERSIGHT BOARD|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND|TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 27 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
|
Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and the disposition of balances from the Texas emerging technology fund. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Postponed |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND|TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND |
|
|
HB 44 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers |
|
|
HB 46 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers |
|
|
HB 59 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers |
|
|
HB 61 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 100 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 197 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to requiring certain public institutions of higher education to post information regarding mental health resources on the institution's Internet website. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|Mental Health & Substance Abuse |
|
|
HB 209 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 301 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Wu, Gene
|
Relating to the granting of undergraduate course credit by examination or assessment at public institutions of higher education; authorizing a fee. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 450 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the establishment of veterans resource centers at certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 451 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
|
Relating to an optometry career program at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|OPTOMETRY & OPTOMETRISTS|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 458 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Flynn, Dan
|
Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 494 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hernandez, Ana
|
Relating to the institutions of higher education eligible to participate in the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 495 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Howard, Donna
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 530 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
ATTORNEY GENERAL|CRIMINAL ASSET FORFEITURE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Law Enforcement|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 557 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
|
Relating to the growth or cultivation of industrial hemp for certain research purposes. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 586 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zedler, Bill
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 590 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Left pending in committee |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 599 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to energy savings performance contracts entered into by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--Conservation|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE |
|
|
HB 602 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education and Research Center at Stephen F. Austin State University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 609 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Davis, Sarah
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a personalized cancer care building at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|CANCER|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER |
|
|
HB 626 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an engineering building at The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 658 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Fort Bend County. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FORT BEND COUNTY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 699 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to establish a policy on campus sexual assault. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|SEXUAL ASSAULT |
|
|
HB 753 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.
|
Relating to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 782 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an academic building at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 784 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Phelan, Dade
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a multipurpose education building at Lamar State College--Orange. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 791 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
|
Relating to a distance learning program at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 796 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage and the performance of related risk management services for the Texas State University System and the component institutions of that system. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Public Employees|Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 812 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education; making an appropriation. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 827 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Giddings, Helen
|
Relating to a limitation on the amount of tuition charged by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
HB 844 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to the possession of certain weapons by a security guard on the premises of a school or educational institution. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS|Weapons |
|
|
HB 901 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
|
Relating to a student election to select the athletics nickname of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 909 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the tasting of alcoholic beverages by students enrolled in certain courses. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Minors--General |
|
|
HB 935 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of baccalaureate degree programs offered by public junior colleges. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 937 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Considered in Calendars |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Weapons |
|
|
HB 951 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hernandez, Ana
|
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the qualification for and performance at institutions of higher education of certain students who completed certain mathematics courses during high school. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 990 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to a program to provide financial incentives to students who agree to teach bilingual education, English as a second language, or Spanish in certain public schools. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Bilingual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|EDUCATION--PRIMARY & SECONDARY--SPANISH LANGUAGE|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 996 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
|
Relating to the effect of certain agreements with a collective bargaining organization on certain state-funded public work contracts. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 1000 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to state support for general academic teaching institutions in this state. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 1049 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the classification of licensed massage therapy programs as postsecondary education programs. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MASSAGE THERAPY & MASSAGE THERAPISTS |
|
|
HB 1051 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Wray, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Ellis County. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|ELLIS COUNTY|RED OAK, CITY OF|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1054 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to developmental education programs under the Texas Success Initiative for public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1088 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Technical Center for Innovative Desalination at The University of Texas at El Paso in partnership with The University of Texas at San Antonio. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
DESALINATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO|Water--General |
|
|
HB 1103 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to space utilization and online enrollment requirements for the issuance of revenue bonds by certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1194 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at The University of Texas at Dallas. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS |
|
|
HB 1196 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Scott | et. al.
|
Relating to a requirement that a student's postsecondary transcript include the average or median grade awarded in each class. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1234 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by certain license holders on certain locations associated with a public or private school or educational institution. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1254 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Tarleton State University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1256 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
|
Relating to the selection process for student members of the board of regents of a state university or state university system. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Governor|State Officers |
|
|
HB 1262 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to continuing eligibility requirements for institutions of higher education to participate in the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship Program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 1287 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Simmons, Ron
Sponsor: Burton, Konni
|
Relating to a requirement that each state university's Internet website include a link to certain employment data. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|INTERNET|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 1299 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to the tasting of wine by students enrolled in certain courses. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
|
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures |
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 1384 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology|State Finances--Appropriations|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1387 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Anderson, Rodney
|
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities offering internships to certain college students. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Taxation--Franchise |
|
|
HB 1467 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a classroom building at Texas A&M University--Kingsville. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE |
|
|
HB 1476 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Flynn, Dan
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Texas A&M University-Commerce. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--COMMERCE |
|
|
HB 1487 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Thompson, Ed
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a health sciences and classroom building at the Pearland campus of the University of Houston--Clear Lake. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE |
|
|
HB 1505 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a science and technology building at the downtown campus of the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN |
|
|
HB 1565 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of qualified timber land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1583 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to block scheduling for certain associate degree and certificate programs at public junior colleges. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1611 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for students who successfully complete certain college preparatory courses. |
House: Higher Education
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1612 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to a requirement that public institutions of higher education provide certain information to students and school districts regarding student performance on Texas Success Initiative assessment instruments. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1634 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
|
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities offering postsecondary tuition assistance. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Business & Commerce--General|City Government--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Taxation--Franchise |
|
|
HB 1672 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to request student disciplinary records for certain applicants for admission to the institution. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1689 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an interprofessional health education center at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON |
|
|
HB 1708 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil
|
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain students enrolled in fire science courses at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|Fire Fighters & Police--General |
|
|
HB 1712 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Oliveira, René
|
Relating to the establishment of an innovative workforce training center in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in subcommittee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 1731 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for an academic and student services building at Texas A&M University--Texarkana. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--TEXARKANA |
|
|
HB 1807 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to maintain an inventory of postsecondary educational programs and services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 1809 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
|
Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee. |
House: Human Services
|
Referred to Human Services |
AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR|Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Human Services--General|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1887 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the establishment of a regional center for public safety excellence in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Labor--Workforce Development|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 1895 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to scholarship and insurance payments for student athletes at certain public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Insurance--Health & Accident|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
HB 1904 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund the renovation of Robert A. Welch Hall at The University of Texas at Austin. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 1916 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to the enforcement of certain local traffic laws on the campus of a public or private institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Junior College Districts|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|PEACE OFFICERS|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 2017 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to permissible locations of open-enrollment charter schools created by institutions of higher education. |
House: Public Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools |
|
|
HB 2056 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a library at Texas Southern University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Libraries & Librarians|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 2060 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the application of public information laws to campus police departments at private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Law Enforcement|Open Records |
|
|
HB 2097 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an interdisciplinary engineering and academic studies building at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2131 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to the designation of centers of excellence to achieve healthy fetal outcomes in this state. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Hospitals|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Women |
|
|
HB 2167 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Smith, Wayne
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to certain images captured by an unmanned aircraft. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Aeronautics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|Law Enforcement|SURVEYORS |
|
|
HB 2237 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at The University of Texas at Arlington. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2281 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to a feasibility study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding the establishment of a law school campus extension in El Paso. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EL PASO, CITY OF|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers |
|
|
HB 2365 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the requirements for employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid |
|
|
HB 2396 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to eliminating requirements that certain public institutions of higher education set aside portions of tuition for student loan repayment programs for certain physicians and state attorneys. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|PHYSICIANS |
|
|
HB 2402 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of providing off-campus employment positions through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2423 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Anderson, Rodney
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of providing off-campus employment positions through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2472 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zerwas, John
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the automatic admission of undergraduate students to The University of Texas at Austin. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 2483 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zerwas, John
|
Relating to a maximum tuition rate under a fixed tuition price plan. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
HB 2568 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to authorizing a student center fee at the University of Houston-Victoria. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA |
|
|
HB 2741 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to a competitive grant program to fund promotion of early literacy programs in certain communities in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Human Services--Child Services|LITERACY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 2755 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Sylvester
|
Relating to the higher education fund, the management of investments of the permanent university fund, and the allocation and distribution of certain constitutional revenues to the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 2841 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for maintenance and repairs at institutions of higher education. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 2842 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Chris
|
Relating to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for maintenance, renovation, and repair of certain state buildings. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 2848 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
|
Relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 2921 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorizing a recreation and wellness facility fee at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE |
|
|
HB 3062 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to the Jobs and Education for Texans Grant Program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3073 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|EDUCATIONALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3078 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to recommend a uniform pre-nursing curriculum for undergraduate professional nursing programs offered by public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 3261 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Price, Four
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at West Texas A&M University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 3323 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Schofield, Mike
|
Relating to the establishment of the University of Houston-Katy campus and authorization for the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an academic building at the campus. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-KATY |
|
|
HB 3348 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
DENTAL ASSISTANTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3367 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Raney, John
|
Relating to the establishment of state authorization reciprocity agreements for postsecondary distance learning courses. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3384 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.
|
Relating to the automatic admission of certain transfer students to general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
HB 3467 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to a postsecondary distance learning feasibility study conducted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 3498 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the development of transfer associate degree programs to facilitate the transfer of students from public junior colleges to general academic teaching institutions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
HB 3508 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to a college readiness memorandum of understanding between a school district and an institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts |
|
|
HB 3531 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a multipurpose education building at Lamar University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 3534 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a multipurpose education building at Lamar State College--Port Arthur. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 3577 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to the allocation of funds to eligible institutions under the Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3644 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to establishing a student grant program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board funded by depository interest and earnings on certain unclaimed original land grant mineral proceeds. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Mines & Mineral Resources|Oil & Gas|Property Interests--Personal Property|Property Interests--Real Property|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3670 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
|
Relating to an environmental service fee charged by an institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Environment--General |
|
|
HB 3696 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
|
Relating to establishing the Texas Water Research Program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WATER--CONSERVATION|Water--Development|Water--General |
|
|
HB 3748 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Farney, Marsha
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to the coordination of educational support services for and information regarding students who are currently or were formerly placed in foster care. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Human Services--Child Services |
|
|
HB 3842 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to an agreement to finance and build a conference center and other appropriate facilities in or near a state park. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Parks |
|
|
HB 3863 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Morrison, Geanie
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a science, technology, and classroom building located at the University of Houston--Victoria. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|State Finances--Appropriations|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA |
|
|
HB 3983 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the Global Agricultural Innovation Institute program administered by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3998 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to the expansion of the College Credit for Heroes demonstration program to lower-division public institutions of higher education offering degrees in certain fields. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|Military & Veterans |
|
|
HCR 134 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3078. |
|
Signed by the Governor |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|Resolutions--Corrective |
|
|
HJR 64 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Elkins, Gary
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Left pending in committee |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HJR 115 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Turner, Sylvester
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to entitle the University of Houston to participate in the income and other benefits of the permanent university fund. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HR 3466 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Crownover, Myra
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1191. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|State Finances--Appropriations|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS COLLEGE OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN |
|
|
HR 3467 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Fletcher, Allen
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 11. |
|
Reported enrolled |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Weapons |
|
|
SB 11 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Fletcher, Allen
|
Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Weapons |
|
|
SB 22 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to outcomes-based funding for general academic teaching institutions. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 24 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
|
Relating to training for members of the governing board of a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 1/1/16 |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Ethics|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 27 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the online broadcast of open meetings of institutions of higher education. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|INTERNET|Open Meetings |
|
|
SB 36 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to maintain an inventory of postsecondary educational programs and services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
SB 38 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR|Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Human Services--General|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 39 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 42 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to the selection process for student members of the board of regents of a state university or state university system. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Governor|State Officers |
|
|
SB 43 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the institutions of higher education eligible to participate in the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 44 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to matching private grants given to enhance additional research activities at institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GIFTS & DONATIONS|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
SB 56 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to the resident physician expansion grant program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health Care Providers|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PHYSICIANS |
|
|
SB 117 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Taylor, Van
|
Relating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|EDUCATIONALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 150 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 163 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an interdisciplinary research facility at The University of Texas at El Paso. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO |
|
|
SB 177 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
|
Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education in this state. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Co-author authorized |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 245 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 252 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a personalized cancer care building at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|CANCER|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER |
|
|
SB 255 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to a limitation on the amount of tuition charged by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition |
|
|
SB 271 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology|State Finances--Appropriations|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 275 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education and Research Center at Stephen F. Austin State University. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY |
|
|
SB 294 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to the coordination of educational support services for and information regarding students who are currently or were formerly placed in foster care. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOSTER CARE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Human Services--Child Services |
|
|
SB 303 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the effect of certain agreements with a collective bargaining organization on certain state-funded public work contracts. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 308 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the powers and duties of campus police departments at private institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Law Enforcement|Open Records|PEACE OFFICERS |
|
|
SB 317 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
|
Relating to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
SB 323 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a multipurpose education building at Lamar State College--Orange. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 325 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a college of business administration complex at The University of Texas at El Paso. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 420 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Ellis County. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|ELLIS COUNTY|RED OAK, CITY OF|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 448 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 499 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Burton, Konni
|
Relating to a requirement that a student's postsecondary transcript include the average or median grade awarded in each class. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 581 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Fort Bend County. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FORT BEND COUNTY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 632 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Sponsor: Button, Angie | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the governor's university research initiative and to the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 691 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain students enrolled in fire science courses at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer |
|
|
SB 768 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a science and technology building at the downtown campus of the University of Houston. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN |
|
|
SB 781 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage and the performance of related risk management services for certain university systems and the component institutions of those systems. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Public Employees|Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 793 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the administration of the Blinn Junior College District. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BLINN JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|WASHINGTON COUNTY |
|
|
SB 881 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
|
Relating to the dedication of certain wine-related revenue. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Finances--Appropriations|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 907 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Frullo, John
|
Relating to the powers and duties of the board of regents of the Texas Tech University System and to workers' compensation coverage for employees of the system's components. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Mines & Mineral Resources|State Employees|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
SB 913 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Minjarez, Ina
|
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--Water & Sewer|Water--General |
|
|
SB 915 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
|
Relating to the establishment and administration by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of a textbook affordability pilot program at a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
SB 916 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the creation of a program to improve public education through partnerships between certain public school campuses and public universities. |
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--General |
|
|
SB 947 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of providing off-campus employment positions through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 955 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Miller, Rick | et. al.
|
Relating to permissible locations of open-enrollment charter schools created by certain institutions of higher education. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools |
|
|
SB 1053 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the management of state contracts, including the establishment of the contract management division of the Legislative Budget Board. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1066 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to continuing eligibility requirements for institutions of higher education to participate in the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship Program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS |
|
|
SB 1110 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Burton, Konni
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by certain license holders on certain locations associated with a public or private school or educational institution. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Weapons |
|
|
SB 1189 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
|
Relating to the establishment of a multidisciplinary studies associate degree program at each public junior college. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1191 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Crownover, Myra
|
Relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY|State Finances--Appropriations|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS COLLEGE OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN |
|
|
SB 1207 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to tuition and fee bills or billing statements provided to students by certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|Financial--General |
|
|
SB 1261 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund an interprofessional health education center at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON |
|
|
SB 1262 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a health sciences and classroom building at the Pearland campus of the University of Houston--Clear Lake. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE |
|
|
SB 1400 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
DENTAL ASSISTANTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts |
|
|
SB 1470 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Raney, John
|
Relating to the establishment of state authorization reciprocity agreements for postsecondary distance learning courses. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1624 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Márquez, Marisa
|
Relating to a requirement that certain entering students at a general academic teaching institution receive information regarding mental health and suicide prevention services. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SUICIDE |
|
|
SB 1714 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the release of student academic information by a public institution of higher education for certain purposes and the manner in which the information is used. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems |
|
|
SB 1750 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to the requirements for employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1770 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1776 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for students who successfully complete certain college preparatory courses. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1819 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 1844 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Walle, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment and functions of the Interagency Data Transparency Commission. |
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INTERAGENCY DATA COORDINATION AND TRANSPARENCY COMMISSION|INTERAGENCY DATA TRANSPARENCY COMMISSION|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1914 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to creation of the Texas Health Improvement Network. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Insurance--Health & Accident |
|
|
SB 1967 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to space utilization and online enrollment requirements for the issuance of revenue bonds by certain public institutions of higher education. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1986 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Taylor, Larry
|
Relating to authorizing a recreation and wellness facility fee at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE |
|
|
SB 2017 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of an innovative workforce training center in the Rio Grande Valley. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE |
|
|
SB 2031 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the date for publication of the factors considered for admission to a new graduate and professional program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SR 1059 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. 1191. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
SR 1060 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. 11. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Weapons |
|
|
HB 22 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
|
Relating to the establishment of a public service requirement for undergraduate students, known as Service to Texas, at public institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|VOLUNTEERS |
|
|
HB 28 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 29 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to requiring certain general academic teaching institutions to offer a fixed tuition price plan to undergraduate students. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 30 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
|
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer, academic progress, and timely graduation of students in public higher education; authorizing a fee. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 31 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to certain requirements applicable to meetings of the governing board of a general academic teaching institution or a state university system. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|INTERNET|Open Meetings|PUBLIC NOTICE |
|
|
HB 67 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment by The University of Texas System of a law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Lawyers|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 82 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
|
Relating to a single common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS |
|
|
HB 92 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to state formula funding for pharmacy schools and colleges and graduate-level pharmacy programs. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GRADUATE STUDENTS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS |
|
|
HB 142 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
|
Relating to a prohibition against human cloning and regulating other uses of human tissue by institutions of higher education; providing penalties. |
House: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|HUMAN CLONING|STEM CELL RESEARCH |
|
|
HB 172 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
|
Relating to a program to provide financial incentives to students who agree to teach bilingual education, English as a second language, or Spanish in certain public schools. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Bilingual|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|EDUCATION--PRIMARY & SECONDARY--SPANISH LANGUAGE|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 173 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
|
Relating to an optometry career program at the University of Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|OPTOMETRY & OPTOMETRISTS|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
|
|
HB 180 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
|
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Aliens|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 257 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso as a component institution of the Texas Tech University System. |
House: Higher Education
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 360 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
|
Relating to certain requirements of public institutions of higher education regarding student organization membership. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Religion|State Finances--Budget |
|
|
HB 363 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|Lawyers|RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 407 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to the Weatherford College District service area. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Administration
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HOOD COUNTY|WEATHERFORD COLLEGE |
|
|
HB 451 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
|
Relating to restrictions on access to certain personal online accounts through electronic communication devices by employers or public or private institutions of higher education; establishing an unlawful employment practice. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|Labor--General|Labor--Management Relations |
|
|
HB 533 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to a development of a workforce investment partnership in rural areas. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--Rural|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|RURAL |
|
|
HB 551 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
|
Relating to the payment of tuition for public high school students who participate in college credit programs. |
House: Public Education
|
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--School Districts |
|
|
HB 556 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education and Research Center at Stephen F. Austin State University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 603 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to exempting certain textbooks for university and college courses from the sales and use tax. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
HB 643 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Patrick, Diane
|
Relating to the name of The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER |
|
|
HB 662 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lewis, Tryon
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a medical education building for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 681 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Davis, Sarah
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 706 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on certain premises of or locations associated with schools or institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Weapons |
|
|
HB 778 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to an annual football game between The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Athletics|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 794 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Texas A&M University--Kingsville. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE |
|
|
HB 813 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 814 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Davis, Sarah
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund a Basic Science Research Building II at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 841 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Center for Innovative Desalination Technology at the University of Houston in partnership with The University of Texas at El Paso. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Left pending in committee |
DESALINATION|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO |
|
|
HB 870 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
|
Relating to Prairie View A&M University's eligibility to participate in the research development fund. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 948 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Susan | et. al.
|
Relating to the operation and administration of the supplemental nutrition assistance program. |
House: Human Services
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Business & Commerce--General|DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE, U. S.|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD STAMPS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 953 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
|
Relating to a franchise tax credit for research and development activities performed in conjunction with institutions of higher education; authorizing a tax credit. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Taxation--Franchise |
|
|
HB 972 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the premises of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Co-sponsor authorized |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 976 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
|
Relating to the use of money from Veterans' Land Board funds to provide educational benefits to veterans. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|STUDENT LOANS |
|
|
HB 1000 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of a new university in South Texas within The University of Texas System. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Senate Amendments Analysis distributed |
BORDER|CAMERON COUNTY|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIDALGO COUNTY|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER--SOUTH TEXAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN |
|
|
HB 1033 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to eligibility for tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel, veterans, and dependents residing in this state. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|Military & Veterans|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 1045 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to establishing a task force to design cultural competence education requirements for certain health education programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
CULTURAL COMPETENCE TASK FORCE|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|ELIMINATION OF HEALTH DISPARITIES, OFFICE OF THE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1052 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lavender, George | et. al.
|
Relating to the automatic admission to a public institution of higher education of a child of a person who was killed or sustained a fatal injury in the line of duty in the United States armed forces. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Military & Veterans |
|
|
HB 1061 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Branch, Dan
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
|
Relating to the repeal of the statutory authority for the State Medical Education Board. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE MEDICAL EDUCATION BOARD|Sunset--Commission Bills |
|
|
HB 1078 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on certain premises of or locations associated with institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1090 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the creation of Texas Task Force 1 Type 3 Rio Grande Valley and authorizing the creation of a Texas Task Force 2 by certain municipalities. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TASK FORCE 1 TYPE 3 RIO GRANDE VALLEY |
|
|
HB 1182 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting by state agencies and institutions of higher education. |
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
|
Companion considered in lieu of in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|Utilities--Water & Sewer|WATER--CONSERVATION |
|
|
HB 1261 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lewis, Tryon | et. al.
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to consolidate or eliminate a degree or certificate program offered by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Legislature |
|
|
HB 1284 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
|
Relating to the offense of making or causing a false alarm or report involving a public or private institution of higher education. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective immediately |
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 1297 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
|
Relating to the review of certain skills development fund workforce training programs. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
|
Effective immediately |
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development |
|
|
HB 1313 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on certain premises of or locations associated with schools or institutions of higher education. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Left pending in committee |
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Weapons |
|
|
HB 1351 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding the initiation, consolidation, or elimination of a degree or certificate program offered by a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1409 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Wu, Gene
|
Relating to the granting of undergraduate course credit by examination or assessment at public institutions of higher education; authorizing a fee. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Fees|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 1484 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
|
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|NURSES & NURSE AIDES |
|
|
HB 1517 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Tarleton State University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1548 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the effect of certain agreements with a collective bargaining organization on certain state-funded public work contracts. |
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Government Organization
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Labor--General|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 1569 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas at Austin. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1629 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to information prepared by the Texas Education Agency for public school students regarding institutions of higher education in this state. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1753 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Patrick, Diane
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to authorizing the board of regents of The University of Texas System to acquire certain property in the city of Arlington. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
ARLINGTON, CITY OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Property Interests--Real Property|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1787 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the elimination of the discounts allowed for timely filing and prepayment of sales and use taxes and the allocation of certain revenue from those taxes for certain workforce training programs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Labor--Workforce Development|State Finances--Management & Control|Taxation--Sales|TECHNICAL EDUCATION |
|
|
HB 1789 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Sheffield, Ralph
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a research building at Texas A&M University Health Science Center College of Medicine--Temple. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE--TEMPLE |
|
|
HB 1805 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Pitts, Jim
|
Relating to the fiscal transparency and accountability of certain entities responsible for public money. |
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform
|
Left pending in subcommittee |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--School Districts|Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|Political Subdivisions|Taxation--General |
|
|
HB 1864 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Wu, Gene
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to certain energy security technologies for critical governmental facilities. |
House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE |
|
|
HB 1868 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike
|
Relating to conditioning certain TEXAS grant awards on a grant recipient's participation in a student engagement program. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Higher--Tuition|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1938 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
|
Relating to curriculum requirements in American and Texas history at institutions of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 1974 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
|
Relating to certain duties of public junior colleges and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in relation to baccalaureate degree programs offered by public junior colleges. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1983 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to the fiscal transparency of certain entities responsible for public money. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
City Government--Finance|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|County Government--Finance|COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|Political Subdivisions|Taxation--General|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
HB 1993 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the discharge of a firearm across the property line of an educational facility and educating hunters on that subject; providing criminal penalties. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Weapons |
|
|
HB 2000 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the qualification of certain nonprofit schools and educational institutions for exemption from state laws regulating career schools and colleges and to complaints made against those entities. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
|
Effective immediately |
Consumer Protection|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Religion|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2002 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Otto, John
|
Relating to a limit on state reimbursement to public institutions of higher education for debt service on tuition revenue bonds. |
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform
|
Left pending in subcommittee |
BOND REVIEW BOARD|BONDS|DEBT|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD |
|
|
HB 2013 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike
|
Relating to a principal preparation grant program. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2039 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Giddings, Helen
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a library and student success center at the University of North Texas at Dallas. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|Libraries & Librarians|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS |
|
|
HB 2051 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
|
Relating to the authority of public institutions of higher education to make certain investments to support technology commercialization. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
Business & Commerce--General|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 2059 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Branch, Dan
|
Relating to requiring general academic teaching institutions to study and report the feasibility of certain administrative staff budget reductions. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Interim Studies |
|
|
HB 2103 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to education research centers and the sharing of educational data between state agencies; redesignating certain fees as charges. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective immediately |
EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2127 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the eligibility of certain employees of public institutions of higher education to participate in a state group benefits program. |
House: Pensions
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Insurance--Health & Accident|Libraries & Librarians|State Employees |
|
|
HB 2207 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Crownover, Myra
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at the University of North Texas. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2208 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Crownover, Myra
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a science and technology research facility at the University of North Texas. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 2209 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Crownover, Myra
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a College of Visual Arts and Design building at the University of North Texas. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Arts & Humanities|BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Tuition|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH |
