HB 8 88-0 (2023)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| AUDITOR, STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | Purchasing--State | SCHOLARSHIPS | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--School District | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 75 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the compensatory education allotment for homeless students or students in foster care under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HOMELESS
HB 354 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | NATIVE AMERICANS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 567 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Housing--General | Labor--General
HB 621 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, MattSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to creating a temporary certification to teach career and technology education for certain military service members and first responders.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Military & Veterans | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 920 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1006 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, Carl
Relating to protected expression, intellectual freedom, and viewpoint diversity at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General
HB 1046 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, Carl
Relating to prohibiting the use of political tests by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
HB 1276 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
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 1361 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.Sponsor: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher education who are parents.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Parent & Child | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1590 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Leadership Scholars Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 1604 88-0 (2023)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to a report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding enrollment and success in higher education for students with disabilities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Interim Studies
HB 1703 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ordaz, ClaudiaSponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the workforce development evaluation system administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, including the establishment of a workforce development career education and training evaluation pilot program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/23
| BORDER | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARDS
HB 1760 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | 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: Community Safety, Select Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Weapons
HB 1810 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to protection from employment retaliation for reporting the existence of certain policies, patterns, or practices of a local entity or institution of higher education related to immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Education--Higher--General | Labor--Management Relations | Law Enforcement | State Employees
HB 1856 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to a firearms policy for campus peace officers commissioned by a public institution of higher education.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| Education--Higher--General | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
HB 2012 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the display of the national motto in public school and institution of higher education classrooms.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 2046 88-0 (2023)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to eligibility to receive certain federal funding for postsecondary career and technology education distributed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2059 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training provided by local mental health authorities and local behavioral health authorities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Judges | Day Care | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Lawyers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2100 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 2171 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Center for Rural Health Education at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Rural | RURAL HEALTH CARE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2208 88-0 (2023)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of the National Sexual Assault Hotline on certain student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 2229 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.
Relating to the notice given to certain victims of family violence, stalking, harassment, or terroristic threat.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | HARASSMENT | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | NATALIA COX ACT | PEACE OFFICERS | STALKING | TERRORIST THREAT
HB 2411 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Drugs | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2448 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to creating a framework for including certain credentials of value offered by general academic teaching institutions as part of a baccalaureate degree program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | MULTI-INSTITUTIONAL TASK FORCE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TECHNICAL EDUCATION
HB 2724 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to prohibiting a public institution of higher education from partnering with certain private entities for the construction of a student housing facility.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Housing--Finance | Housing--General | Purchasing--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2736 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to requirements regarding certain student resources provided to public and private school students by a public or private primary or secondary school, institution of higher education, state agency, or public library.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Electronic Information Systems | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | PORNOGRAPHY
HB 2757 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, Carl
Relating to funding and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--Development
HB 2760 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the disclosure of certain gifts, grants, contracts, and financial interests received from a foreign source by certain state agencies, public institutions of higher education, and state contractors, and to the approval and monitoring of employment-related foreign travel and activities by certain public institution of higher education employees; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2875 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to requirements regarding certain student resources provided to public and private school students by a public or private primary or secondary school, institution of higher education, state agency, or public library.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Electronic Information Systems | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | PORNOGRAPHY
HB 2920 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, posting, or provision of information regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities and to the confidentiality of certain information relating to persons provided assistance in accessing postsecondary education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3124 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, Suleman
Relating to the use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products on the campus of a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Tobacco Products
HB 3280 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the enrollment, including resident status and tuition rates, of certain persons, including persons not authorized to be present in the United States, in public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Aliens | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Law Enforcement | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
HB 3338 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to measures to prevent and respond to opioid-related drug overdoses, including policies and training regarding the use of opioid antagonists, at student residences on campuses of public institutions of higher education; providing immunity.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Crimes--Drugs | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3416 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the eligibility of certain first responders for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3487 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to certain expenditures by public institutions of higher education and university systems that are eligible for certain tax credits.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Taxation--General
HB 3552 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Relations | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SECRETARY OF STATE | SLAVERY & SEGREGATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3553 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain offenses if committed at certain locations.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Education--Higher--General | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 3627 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, Suleman
Relating to signs posted by public institutions of higher education to facilitate the reporting of and to prevent incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | SIGNS | STALKING
HB 3685 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the award of time credits to certain persons released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| ATTORNEY'S FEES | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3690 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the establishment of the Healthy Minds Campus program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3720 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the prohibition on a political subdivision limiting or prohibiting a school activity or service in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 3748 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to ensuring access to the right to vote by all eligible voters.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | DIGITAL SIGNATURES | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Election Officers | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Holidays | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | INDEPENDENT REDISTRICTING COMMISSION | INTERNET | JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD | LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Redistricting | SECRETARY OF STATE | TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4043 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hayes, Richard
Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Governor | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4058 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4095 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the eligibility of a business entity to receive a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by a school district on the business entity's property in exchange for donating equipment to the school district to be used in a course that may lead to a commercial driver's license or commercial learner's permit and providing that such a course may satisfy public high school graduation requirements for electives.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Taxation--School District | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 4109 88-0 (2023)
Author: Troxclair, Ellen
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--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 4162 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to housing between academic terms for certain students at public institutions of higher education who were formerly under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Family--Child Protection | Housing--General | Housing--Homeless Persons
HB 4251 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David | et. al.
Relating to requiring prior approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a degree or certificate program to certain persons who are incarcerated or subject to involuntary civil commitment.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 4434 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to the Texas First Early High School Completion Program and the Texas First Scholarship Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4437 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the confidentiality of certain records containing applicant or student information that are held by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 4462 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to transferring data analysis and certain reporting functions from the Department of Family and Protective Services to the Texas Tech University System.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 4554 88-0 (2023)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to the right of the people to keep and bear arms.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Higher--General | Weapons
HB 4570 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the language in which certain courses are offered by a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | ENGLISH LANGUAGE
HB 4582 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to assist certain public schools in providing salaries to school security personnel.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PEACE OFFICERS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4766 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to payment by a school district of the costs of developmental coursework provided by an institution of higher education under the success initiative.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4906 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, ColeSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications by certain peace officers.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | SEARCH WARRANTS
HB 5001 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education from requiring diversity training as a condition for enrollment or registration.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General
HB 5112 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Financial--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Taxation--General | Taxation--School District
HB 5127 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to public higher education reform; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | OATHS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HJR 24 88-0 (2023)
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--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Military & Veterans | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 16 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the purpose of public institutions of higher education and a prohibition on compelling students enrolled at those institutions to adopt certain beliefs.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General
SB 17 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 1/1/24
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUDITOR, STATE | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 37 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to the criminal offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 257 88-0 (2023)
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 294 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors and medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 304 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited immunization status discrimination and vaccine mandates; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Day Care | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 308 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 411 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to make available to students certain pregnancy-related informational materials published by the Department of State Health Services.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 419 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to parental access to a public school's library catalog and consent for student access to certain public school library materials.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Family--Parent & Child | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--General | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 588 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to creating a temporary educator certification for certain military service members and first responders.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Military & Veterans | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 597 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher education who are parents.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Parent & Child | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 629 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Drugs | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 737 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the Texas School Patrol.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 804 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 928 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the protection of personally identifiable student information and the use of covered information by an operator or educational entity; authorizing a civil and administrative penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Protection of Personal Information | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 999 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the requirement that providers of active shooter training at public schools and institutions of higher education obtain a certificate issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1047 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Tepper, Carl | et. al.
Relating to funding and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--Development
SB 1152 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to requirements regarding certain student resources provided to public and private school students by a public or private primary or secondary school, institution of higher education, state agency, or public library.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Electronic Information Systems | Libraries & Librarians | Minors--Health & Safety | PORNOGRAPHY
SB 1325 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.
Relating to the notice given to certain victims of family violence, stalking, harassment, or terroristic threat.
House: Human Services Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | NATALIA COX ACT | PEACE OFFICERS | STALKING
SB 1356 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Housing--General | Labor--General
SB 1560 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Historic Preservation & Museums | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | Legislature | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1565 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to requiring the establishment of policy frameworks for research security at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 1583 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to restricting research on potentially pandemic pathogens in this state; creating a civil penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 1721 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the display of the national motto and historically significant documents to the founding of the United States in public schools and institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
SB 1913 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the accreditation of private or independent institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General
SB 2068 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the information maintained by the Texas Education Agency regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2094 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to prohibiting the carrying, possession, or storage of a semiautomatic rifle on the campus of a public or private institution of higher education; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Weapons
SB 2135 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the course information required to be posted on a public institution of higher education's Internet website; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
SB 2165 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the inclusion of the National Sexual Assault Hotline on certain student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
SB 2294 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to the Texas First Early High School Completion Program and the Texas First Scholarship Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
SB 2313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education from requiring diversity training as a condition for enrollment or registration.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General
SB 2459 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the disclosure of certain gifts, grants, contracts, and financial interests received from a foreign source by certain state agencies, public institutions of higher education, and state contractors, and to the approval and monitoring of employment-related foreign travel and activities by certain public institution of higher education employees; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2475 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | NATIVE AMERICANS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2539 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the administration, coordination, and support of public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program and an Advanced Career and Education (ACE) scholarship program for students enrolled in dual credit courses.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | SCHOLARSHIPS | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--School District
SJR 69 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Proposing a constitutional amendment dedicating to the national research university fund a portion of certain income from the lease for oil and gas exploration of land dedicated to the permanent university fund.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| AVAILABLE UNIVERSITY FUND | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PERMANENT UNIVERSITY FUND | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
SB 32 88-3 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the display of the national motto and historically significant documents to the founding of the United States in public schools and institutions of higher education.
Filed
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 115 88-4 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program.
Filed
| AUDITOR, STATE | AUDITS & AUDITORS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | State Finances--Management & Control | SUPREME COURT
HB 38 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Labor--General
HB 85 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a study conducted by the Legislative Budget Board on the impact of federal educational mandates on school districts.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
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 1014 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, JohnSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on certain student identification cards issued by a public school or public institution of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 1218 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the display of the national motto in public schools and institutions of higher education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1247 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the development of and report on a tri-agency work-based learning strategic framework by the Texas Workforce Commission, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
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 1522 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the transfer of Midwestern State University to the Texas Tech University System, to certain fees charged by that system's governing board, and to mandatory venue for actions brought against that system or its institutions, officers, or employees.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 2258 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of high-quality bilingual education.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Bilingual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
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 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 2875 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the issuance and acceptance of a high school and institution of higher education student identification card and certain other forms of identification as identification for voting.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 2900 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to provisions governing the carrying of a firearm by a person who is not otherwise prohibited by state or federal law from possessing the firearm and to other provisions related to the carrying, possessing, transporting, or storing of a firearm; making conforming changes.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SIGNS | TEXAS CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY ACT OF 2021 | Weapons
HB 3096 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
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 3192 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the prohibition of glyphosate herbicides on the grounds of a public or private school or institution of higher education.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES
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 3351 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| COMMUNITY COLLEGE FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Governor | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 3409 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the duty of a lessee or other agent in control of certain state land to drill an offset well, pay compensatory royalty, or otherwise protect the land from drainage of oil or gas by a horizontal drainhole well located on certain land.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Oil & Gas | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | ROYALTIES
HB 3461 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the supervision of the chief of police of a private institution of higher education's police department.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General
HB 3462 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher education who are parents.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Parent & Child | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3465 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to college readiness for purposes of the college, career, or military readiness outcomes bonus under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM
HB 3589 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to civil liability of a local entity or institution of higher education official directing certain immigration law violations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | City Government--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Political Subdivisions
HB 3606 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the provision of vocational training to inmates confined in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 3659 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to liability for certain claims arising during a pandemic or other disaster or emergency.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Day Care | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
HB 3764 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a college to adopt a sexual harassment policy.
House: Higher Education
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Education--Higher--General | SEXUAL HARASSMENT
HB 3767 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to measures to support the alignment of education and workforce development in the state with state workforce needs, including the establishment of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Labor--Workforce Development | TEXAS EDUCATION & WORKFORCE ALIGNMENT ACT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3848 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the authority of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to issue a certificate of authority or certificate of authorization regarding professional degrees.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4096 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the development of model data-sharing agreements for sharing certain student information between public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities.
House: Public Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Protection of Personal Information | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to a student's right to vacate and avoid liability under a residential lease following certain declared disasters.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant
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 6 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to liability for certain claims arising during a pandemic or disaster related to a pandemic.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Day Care | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
SB 36 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to creation of a higher education task force focused on mental health services and the offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 77 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Labor--General
SB 203 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to selection of statewide competition locations by the University Interscholastic League.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
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 354 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to access to postsecondary courses or programs for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General
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 447 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of Midwestern State University to the Texas Tech University System, to certain fees charged by that system's governing board, and to mandatory venue for actions brought against that system or its institution, officers, or employees.
Senate: Higher Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
SB 560 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of high-quality bilingual education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Bilingual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 601 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 663 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the development of and report on a tri-agency work-based learning strategic framework by the Texas Workforce Commission, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 788 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to the development of model data-sharing agreements for sharing certain student information between public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 797 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the display of the national motto in public schools and institutions of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
SB 869 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the provision of employment and training services under the program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Food Programs
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 1184 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the creation of the Commission on Texas Workforce of the Future.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TEXAS WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE, COMMISSION ON | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1227 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the granting of undergraduate course credit at public institutions of higher education for certain scores on examinations administered through the College-Level Examination Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing
SB 1230 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| COMMUNITY COLLEGE FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Governor | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1258 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the duty of a lessee or other agent in control of certain state land to drill an offset well, pay compensatory royalty, or otherwise protect the land from drainage of oil or gas by a horizontal drainhole well located on certain land.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| Education--Higher--General | Oil & Gas | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | ROYALTIES
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
SB 1371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the reporting of certain incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking at certain public or private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STALKING
SB 1416 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments, memorials, or designations located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ALAMO, THE | ATTORNEY GENERAL | City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Governor | Historic Preservation & Museums | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CAPITOL BUILDING & GROUNDS
SB 1521 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to creating a mental health task force to study mental health services provided at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HIGHER EDUCATION MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1609 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to proof of identification presented by a voter.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | NATIVE AMERICANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SECRETARY OF STATE | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SB 1622 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to measures to support the alignment of education and workforce development in the state with state workforce needs, including the establishment of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative.
Senate: Higher Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Labor--Workforce Development | TEXAS EDUCATION & WORKFORCE ALIGNMENT ACT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
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 2138 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to parking fees charged by public institutions of higher education to persons with disabilities.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | PARKING
HB 93 87-1 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 118 87-1 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 183 87-1 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of the task force on asylum-seeking migrants.
Filed
| Aliens | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Family--Child Protection | Health--General | Human Services--General | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Labor--General | TASK FORCE ON ASYLUM-SEEKING MIGRANTS
HB 293 87-1 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 77 87-1 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 24 87-2 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 237 87-2 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations under the Texas Disaster Act of 1975 regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings in certain schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 110 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to COVID-19 vaccination policies and related measures of governmental entities; creating criminal offenses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Political Subdivisions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 125 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on compliance with and enforcement of federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates; creating criminal offenses.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 271 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to student access to certain academic records; authorizing a fee.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 476 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: 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 524 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to transcript notation requirements for public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 639 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Agriculture | Education--Higher--General | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 906 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a collaborative task force to study certain public school mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 965 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to updating references to certain former health services state agencies and certain terms used to describe persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Education Code.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HARRIS COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1042 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to requiring law enforcement agencies to establish a campus active shooter response plan.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety
HB 1482 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1735 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking at public and private postsecondary educational institutions; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STALKING
HB 1788 86-0 (2019)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain required reports received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COLONIAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1891 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, LynnSponsor: 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 2072 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer, academic progress, and timely graduation of students in public higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
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 2216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to display of the national motto in government buildings.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Political Subdivisions | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Religion
HB 3003 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the designation of liaison officers at public institutions of higher education to assist certain students who are parents.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Parent & Child | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3393 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the eligibility of foster children to receive college credit for completing the Preparation for Adult Living Program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3435 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bowers, RhettaSponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to establishing and celebrating Texas Girls in STEM Day.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Science & Technology | TEXAS GIRLS IN STEM DAY
HB 3511 86-0 (2019)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Commission on Texas Workforce of the Future.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Governor | Labor--Workforce Development | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TEXAS WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE, COMMISSION ON
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 4000 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a study conducted by the Legislative Budget Board on the impact of federal educational mandates on school districts.
House: Appropriations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 4084 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the operation of unmanned aircraft over certain facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Aeronautics | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement
HB 4480 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a study on the use of art therapy in public schools and on art therapy in higher education.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Arts & Humanities | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4589 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the provision of a quality and globally competitive education as a mission of the public education system.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Legislature
SB 16 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Stucky, Lynn | et. al.
Relating to a student loan repayment assistance program for certain full-time peace officers in this state.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | STUDENT LOANS
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 38 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
SB 135 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | Education--Higher--General | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 212 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
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 Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STALKING
SB 226 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | Elections--School District | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HISTORICAL PROTECTION ACT, TEXAS | Legislature | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE
SB 241 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain required reports received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COLONIAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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 502 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to requiring certain institutions of higher education to issue reports on the transferability of credit.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
SB 585 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking at public and private postsecondary educational institutions; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Higher Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STALKING
SB 679 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to display of the national motto in government buildings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Political Subdivisions | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Religion
SB 992 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the establishment of a collaborative task force to study certain public school mental health services.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1399 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the repeal of the requirement that certain public institutions of higher education submit a report regarding compliance with a course information Internet posting requirement.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | INTERNET
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 1532 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and activities; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| AUDIOLOGISTS | BOILERS | Business & Commerce--General | Business & Commerce--Trade Practices | Consumer Protection | DIETETICS & DIETITIANS | DRIVER EDUCATION & SAFETY CLASSES | Education--Driver Education & Training | Education--Higher--General | Insurance--General | Labor--General | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOLD & MOLD REMEDIATION | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
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 1701 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the operation of unmanned aircraft over certain facilities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Aeronautics | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement
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 1944 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the permanent health fund for higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--General
SB 2321 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to issues involving the administration or finances of state entities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Aliens | Education--Higher--General | Labor--General | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Employees | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 2389 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the designation of liaison officers at public institutions of higher education to assist certain students who are parents.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Parent & Child | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 16 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking at public and private postsecondary educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | Family--Family Violence | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STALKING
HB 20 85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the review, oversight, and reporting of certain state agency contracts and the assessment of certain state agency projects.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 354 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools.
House: Transportation Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | SPEED LIMITS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
HB 385 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for students enrolled in accelerated, affordable baccalaureate programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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 428 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to certain requirements of public institutions of higher education regarding student organization membership.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Religion
HB 553 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT | 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 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 914 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the administration of services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including foster care, child protective, and prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
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 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 1488 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for repayment assistance for certain mental health professional education loans.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1553 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to permitting a school district that has failed to satisfy performance standards to partner with an institution of higher education to improve district performance.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--School Districts
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 1943 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the review and oversight of state agency contracts.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform
Referred directly to s/c on Budget Transparency and Reform by chair
| Education--Higher--General | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition in private vehicles on the campuses of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Weapons
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 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 2413 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, CindySponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
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 2652 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products on property owned by or leased for a state agency.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Tobacco Products
HB 3105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer, academic progress, and timely graduation of students in public higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | 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 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 4009 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Governor | Human Relations | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SECRETARY OF STATE | SLAVERY & SEGREGATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
HB 4059 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of certain property from The University of Texas System to the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| Education--Higher--General | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 4128 85-0 (2017)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to assignment by the University Interscholastic League of schools to conferences for purposes of competition.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
SB 6 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to regulations and policies for entering or using a bathroom or changing facility; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Received from the Senate
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Political Subdivisions | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Women
SB 11 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies or under contract with a state agency, including foster care, child protective, relative and kinship caregiver support, prevention and early intervention health care, and adoption services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Legislature | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 50 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 383 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to eligibility for certain higher education grant programs.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 410 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of light-emitting diode (LED) light bulbs in state buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Energy--Conservation | LIGHTING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 576 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
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 Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL HARASSMENT | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STALKING
SB 634 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: 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 677 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 719 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: 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 822 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of certain property from The University of Texas System to the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
SB 909 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for students enrolled in accelerated, affordable baccalaureate programs at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 962 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to develop and establish an online reporting system for sex offenses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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 1359 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products on property owned by or leased for a state agency.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Tobacco Products
SB 1396 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the Clarendon College District.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| CLARENDON COLLEGE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
SB 1981 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to selection of statewide competition locations by the University Interscholastic League.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
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 2085 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SB 2132 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SJR 46 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Proposing a constitutional amendment to set aside general revenue as dedicated to pay for certain state infrastructure projects.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--General | State Finances--Management & Control | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SJR 47 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to pay for certain state infrastructure projects.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--General | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Management & Control | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 52 85-1 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an individualized education plan account program for certain children with disabilities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers
HB 173 85-1 (2017)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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
HB 15 84-0 (2015)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the management and oversight of state contracts, including contracts for information technology commodity items.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Finance
House adopts conf. comm. report-reported
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Education--Higher--General | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Budget | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
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 295 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 298 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wu, Gene | 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
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | TRANSFER STUDENTS
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 544 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to payment by a school district of the costs of developmental coursework provided by an institution of higher education under the success initiative.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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 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 808 84-0 (2015)
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
| CRIME VICTIMS' INSTITUTE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Family--Family Violence | Governor | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | SEXUAL ASSAULT | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 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 1241 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
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, RonSponsor: 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 1408 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Prairie View A&M University.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 1475 84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: Public Education
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Libraries & Librarians | TELEMEDICINE | Utilities--General | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1502 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for students enrolled in accelerated, affordable baccalaureate programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1649 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition in private vehicles on the campuses of institutions of higher education.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Weapons
HB 1654 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
| City Government--General | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Environment--General | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1744 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the establishment of a survey and report on campus safety at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Safety | SEXUAL ASSAULT
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 1811 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a study of the participation of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in public higher education.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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 1982 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the University of Houston.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
| Education--Higher--General | FORT BEND COUNTY | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
HB 1991 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to qualifying projects for public-private partnerships.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | Political Subdivisions | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2275 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the authority of certain university systems to provide benefits to certain qualified individuals.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Family--Marriage Relationship | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2434 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 2446 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to a study and report on online law schools and on the licensing of attorneys who obtain degrees through online or correspondence law schools or who become licensed through other nontraditional methods.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| DISTANCE EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | Lawyers | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2517 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Promise Scholarship Program for certain students at two-year public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SCHOLARSHIPS | TECHNICAL EDUCATION
HB 2629 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to unauthorized persons at public or private institutions of higher education in this state and to trespass, damage, or defacement occurring on the grounds of those institutions; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty and creating offenses.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
| Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | TRESPASS
HB 2692 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the definition of a dependent for health benefit plans offered by certain university systems.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Marriage Relationship | Insurance--Health & Accident | SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
HB 2856 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 2922 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to selection of statewide competition locations by the University Interscholastic League.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 3248 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to state agency procedures and policies to protect and properly destroy certain information that identifies an individual.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Protection of Personal Information | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3270 84-0 (2015)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Taxation--Franchise
HB 3753 84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Libraries & Librarians | TELEMEDICINE | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 4046 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the confidentiality of student records.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SB 21 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
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--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | 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
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, JudithSponsor: 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 33 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the offense of hazing.
House: Public Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 37 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to collect and study data on the participation of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities at public institutions of higher education.
House: Human Services Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
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 170 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to acceptable forms of identification for voting.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
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 239 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 289 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 445 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--General | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Environment--General | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 598 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to improvements on private property for public private partnerships.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | Political Subdivisions | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 1033 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to relating to the definition of a dependent for health benefit plans offered by certain university systems.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Family--Marriage Relationship | Insurance--Health & Accident | SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
SB 1455 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to certain required reports, plans, and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Courts--Appellate | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Governor | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1732 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to state contracting standards and oversight for purchases made by certain state agencies and institutions of higher education.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--General | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1767 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to certain required reports, plans, and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Courts--Appellate | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Governor | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
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 1856 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to confidentiality of student records.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
HB 25 83-0 (2013)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to success-based funding for certain public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | 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 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 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 443 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the liability of certain public and private institutions of higher education for failure by an administrator to report child abuse or neglect; creating a civil penalty.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 480 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the use of sick leave by state employees who are attending educational activities of their children.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | State Employees
HB 507 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the discharge of a firearm across the property line of an educational facility; providing criminal penalties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | Weapons
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 656 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the application of the public and private facilities and infrastructure law to a defense base development authority.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | Military & Veterans | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1077 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
Relating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition in private vehicles on the campuses of institutions of higher education.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Weapons
HB 1135 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, MikeSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the production of and use of native seeds.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Environment--General | Governor | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TEXAS NATIVE SEEDS COMMITTEE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1140 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain university systems to provide benefits to certain qualified individuals.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1229 83-0 (2013)
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
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CRIME VICTIMS' INSTITUTE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Governor | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | SEXUAL ASSAULT | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TASK FORCE ON CAMPUS SEXUAL ASSAULT | Women
HB 1251 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the service areas of certain junior college districts.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | HARRIS COUNTY | LEE COLLEGE | LONE STAR COLLEGE
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 1363 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1410 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to notification by an institution of higher education to a school district of certain students referred to developmental coursework.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts
HB 1411 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to selection of certain statewide competition locations by the University Interscholastic League in a manner that provides equal access for institutions of higher education to students who exhibit academic or musical excellence.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 1501 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the commemoration of September 11, 2001, at public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1752 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to creating the Texas Teacher Residency Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1835 83-0 (2013)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Taxation--Franchise
HB 2096 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the review and oversight of public and private partnership agreements and projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2388 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the application of certain contracting laws to a defense base development authority.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | Military & Veterans | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2431 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to public high school graduation, including curriculum requirements for graduation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Education--School Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TECHNICAL EDUCATION | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2474 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to taxes and bonds for a junior college district branch campus.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| County Government--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Political Subdivisions | Taxation--General
HB 2507 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| AUDITOR, STATE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2668 83-0 (2013)
Author: Vo, HubertSponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to requirements applicable to meetings of the governing board of certain junior college districts.
House: Technology Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Junior College Districts | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Open Meetings
HB 2713 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to making auxiliary and institutional funds of a state institution of higher education subject to legislative appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--Athletics | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 2754 83-0 (2013)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION RESEARCH CENTERS, JOINT ADVISORY BOARD FOR | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | GRADUATE STUDENTS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 2893 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to the use of a tax-exempt property of a higher education development foundation or an alumni association.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Education--Higher--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2909 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to access to public alternative high schools and high-school-level disciplinary alternative education programs for advising concerning postsecondary educational and training opportunities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline
HB 3023 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to procedures to resolve complaints against faculty members at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
HB 3075 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the use of real property by the University of Houston--Sugar Land.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-SUGAR LAND
HB 3346 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the appropriations of money from the economic stabilization fund for the 2014-2015 state fiscal biennium.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget
HB 3349 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to accelerated educational programs offered by public institutions of higher education to qualified persons seeking licensure as physician assistants.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Military & Veterans | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
HB 3498 83-0 (2013)
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 Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3524 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to payment by a school district of the costs of developmental coursework provided by an institution of higher education under the success initiative.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3899 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lavender, George
Relating to the Texarkana College District.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | TEXARKANA COLLEGE DISTRICT
SB 26 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | 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
SB 31 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to formula funding for certain semester credit hours earned for dual course credit.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 59 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUDITOR, STATE | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 215 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including related changes to the status and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| AUDITOR, STATE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 279 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to certain information about high-value data sets provided by state agencies to the Department of Information Resources.
House: Technology Senate: Open Government
Effective on 9/1/13
| Education--Higher--General | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | Open Records | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 445 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to an informed student document for prospective students of certain public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 498 83-0 (2013)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to applying credit earned by a student at a general academic teaching institution to an associate's degree at a lower-division institution of higher education previously attended by the student.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination
SB 507 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | PARTNERSHIP ADVISORY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 561 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study regarding school district transportation services and state and local resources available to fund those services.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 667 83-0 (2013)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to a study on the feasibility of requiring certain researchers to make research papers available to the public.
House: Higher Education Senate: Open Government
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Electronic Information Systems | Libraries & Librarians | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1165 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to the use of real property by the University of Houston--Sugar Land.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-SUGAR LAND
SB 1344 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to public high school graduation, including curriculum requirements for graduation.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Education--School Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TECHNICAL EDUCATION | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1378 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the appropriations of money from the economic stabilization fund for the 2014-2015 state fiscal biennium.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget
SB 1399 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the use of proceeds from a junior college district branch campus maintenance tax.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| County Government--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Political Subdivisions | Taxation--General
SB 1486 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the authority of certain university systems to provide benefits to certain qualified individuals.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1525 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to including disability awareness training in risk management programs required for members and advisors of student organizations at postsecondary educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1557 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to business and nonprofit organization participation in supporting early college high schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| Business & Commerce--General | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1576 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study and report of issues affecting persons with disabilities at state agencies and postsecondary educational institutions.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Interim Studies | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1674 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to accelerated educational programs offered by public institutions of higher education to qualified persons seeking licensure as physician assistants.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Military & Veterans | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
SB 1710 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer of students within the public higher education system and the timely graduation of students from public institutions of 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
SB 1721 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan
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 1741 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to training for and complaints regarding members of the governing board of a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Ethics | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1855 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Lavender, George
Relating to the Texarkana College District.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | TEXARKANA COLLEGE DISTRICT
SB 1907 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
Relating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition by concealed handgun license holders in private vehicles on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Education--Higher--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Weapons
SR 1030 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Recognizing the importance of postsecondary education for persons with intellectual disabilities.
Reported enrolled
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 33 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to measures to increase the affordability of textbooks used for courses at public or private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| Business & Commerce--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 51 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to energy efficiency standards for certain buildings and to high-performance design, construction, and renovation standards for certain buildings and facilities of institutions of higher education.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMISSION, TEXAS STATE | BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Energy--Conservation | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD
HB 67 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the creation of a literacy center pilot program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | LITERACY
HB 104 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to abolishing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and transferring the coordinating board's functions and activities and the State Board of Education's statutorily assigned functions and activities to the Texas Education Agency.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 216 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the creation of the Texas Legislative Fellows Program for certain students enrolled in component institutions of The University of Texas System.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Legislature | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 267 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | Utilities--General
HB 381 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the operation of a student health center of an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES
HB 428 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to access to campuses of public schools and institutions of higher education by foreign consuls.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 477 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission to participate in the establishment and operation of an affiliated nonprofit organization and provide grants.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 537 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to fair treatment of all providers of instructional materials to students enrolled at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 808 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the identification of courses included in the common course numbering system to be offered by and the transferability of those courses among public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 859 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the educational scope of Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI
HB 946 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the identification of courses included in the common course numbering system to be offered by and the transferability of those courses among public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 992 82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, JoaquinSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to excess undergraduate credit hours at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 1016 82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a requirement that public school counselors demonstrate knowledge of counseling regarding higher education to obtain a school counselor certificate.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1019 82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to distinct certificate classes for public elementary school counselors and public secondary school counselors.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
HB 1176 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the use of motion sensor technology in certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Energy--Conservation | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
HB 1186 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to documentary evidence of citizenship or other status as a requirement for issuance of certain identification documents.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 1249 82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain reports, communications, and publications involving the attorney general.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1318 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to meetings of the University of Houston System Board of Regents.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM
HB 1386 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the public health threat presented by youth suicide and the qualification of certain persons serving as marriage and family therapists in school districts.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| BULLYING | DISCRIMINATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Electronic Information Systems | HARASSMENT | SEXUAL ORIENTATION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 1460 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to measures to increase cost efficiency at public institutions of higher education and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including the elimination of certain reporting and other requirements imposed on institutions or the coordinating board.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1672 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1845 82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to counseling in response to alcoholic beverage violations by students at public and private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools
HB 2167 82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 2365 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eissler, RobSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers.
House: Public Education Senate: Higher Education
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2432 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | PARTNERSHIP ADVISORY COMMISSION | Property Interests--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2440 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the creation of a Texas Junior College System office.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2538 82-0 (2011)
Author: Vo, HubertSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Open Government, Select
Effective on 9/1/11
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Labor--General | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2565 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to requiring a public institution of higher education to establish and provide notice regarding an emergency loan program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Housing--General
HB 2630 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the formal recognition and administration of The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Purchasing--State | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
HB 2631 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, DanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the advanced research program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Science & Technology
HB 2870 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC | ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 2910 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to measures to increase degree completion rates and support students enrolled in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Science & Technology
HB 3025 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to measures to facilitate the timely completion of degrees by students of public institutions of 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--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 3263 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
HB 3280 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to additional virtual instruction at public and private elementary and secondary schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| DISTANCE EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Rural | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
HB 3469 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the periodic review and revision of college and career readiness standards in public education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3515 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SCHOLARSHIPS | Science & Technology
HB 3517 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the administration and business affairs of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination
HB 3591 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the confidentiality of information obtained by a compliance office of an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Open Records | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3697 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the establishment of a Service to Texas requirement for undergraduate students at public institutions of higher education and the establishment of a Service to Texas program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | VOLUNTEERS
HCR 129 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Notifying the U.S. Department of Education that certain career schools or colleges are legally authorized by the state of Texas to operate educational programs beyond secondary education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Signed by the Governor
| DEPT. OF EDUCATION, U. S. | Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SB 4 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to certification, continuing education, and appraisal of public school teachers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 5 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the administration and business affairs of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
See remarks for effective date
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Purchasing--State
SB 36 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to methods for increasing student success and degree completion at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 74 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the disposition of surplus or salvage data processing equipment of a university system or an institution or agency of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Education--Higher--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Health--Rural | Hospitals | SURPLUS PROPERTY
SB 149 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to rules adopted and reporting required under the school district college credit program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 179 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the service area of the North Central Texas College District.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | GRAHAM ISD | NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
SB 247 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to the authority of the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission to participate in the establishment and operation of an affiliated nonprofit organization and provide grants.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 372 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain reports, communications, publications, and other documents involving the attorney general.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 464 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to tracking peace officer membership in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | PEACE OFFICERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 465 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to retirement benefits of school district or institution of higher education peace officers under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Public Employees | PEACE OFFICERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 466 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a requirement that public school counselors demonstrate knowledge of counseling regarding higher education to obtain a school counselor certificate.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
SB 528 82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to meetings of the University of Houston System Board of Regents.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/11
| Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM
SB 633 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the educational scope of Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI
SB 711 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Open Government, Select
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Labor--General | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SB 866 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 873 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | Utilities--General
SB 988 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a cybersecurity, education, and economic development council.
House: Technology Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
| Business & Commerce--General | CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE | CYBERSECURITY, EDUCATION, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Electronic Information Systems | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Interim Studies | Military & Veterans
SB 1031 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to design, construction, renovation, and energy efficiency standards for buildings.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
SB 1048 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Higher--General | PARTNERSHIP ADVISORY COMMISSION | Property Interests--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1176 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 1179 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education and other obsolete provisions of law.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC | ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1327 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to the confidentiality of information obtained by a compliance office of an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Open Government, Select
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Open Records | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1348 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes.
Senate: Higher Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
SB 1396 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to measures to increase cost efficiency at public institutions of higher education and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including the elimination of certain reporting and other requirements imposed on institutions or the coordinating board.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1487 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the regulation of career schools and colleges and requiring the Texas Workforce Commission to submit a report to the legislature.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | INTERNET | Labor--General | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1497 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1564 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to developmental education courses and the assessment of student readiness under the Texas Success Initiative for public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General
SB 1704 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to educator preparation programs.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE FOR TEACHER AND PRINCIPAL EXCELLENCE
SB 1726 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the development of measurable learning outcomes for undergraduate courses at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1729 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | SCHOLARSHIPS | Science & Technology
SB 1730 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Johnson, Eric
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to create a tool to allow prospective students to compare general academic teaching institutions by certain criteria.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
HB 72 82-1 (2011)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | JOINT ADVISORY BOARD FOR EDUCATION RESEARCH CENTERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HR 232 82-1 (2011)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1.
Reported enrolled
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--Franchise | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | Taxation--Sales | Taxation--State | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | Lawyers | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PEACE OFFICERS | PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND | POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts | PROCESS SERVERS | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | RURAL HEALTH & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Budget | Taxation--Alcoholic Beverages | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 16 82-1 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education.
Filed
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SCR 5 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Pitts, Jim
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1.
Signed by the Governor
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Open Records | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Corrective | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Budget | Taxation--General | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SR 130 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1.
Reported enrolled
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--Franchise | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | Taxation--Sales | Taxation--State | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 95 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the authority of certain private institutions of higher education to enter into mutual assistance agreements regarding the enforcement of state or local law.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Law Enforcement | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
HB 100 81-0 (2009)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to curriculum requirements in political science and American history at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General
HB 160 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the creation and administration of a grant initiative for a community-based at-risk youth program.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 204 81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | INTERNET
HB 230 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.
Relating to exempting certain schools, nonprofit athletic or sports associations, municipally owned facilities, summer camps, places of worship, and fairgrounds from certain demand charges by transmission and distribution utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 269 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to course credit for certain students at a public institution of higher education.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | KINESIOTHERAPY & KINESIOTHERAPISTS | Military & Veterans
HB 330 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of a nonvoting faculty regent to the board of regents of each state university or state university system.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 350 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to use of school district resources for athletic or instructional facilities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--Athletics | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts
HB 425 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition against changing the name of certain public institutions of higher education that are named after state historical figures.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Symbols
HB 426 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the name of Stephen F. Austin State University.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Symbols | STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 708 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to higher education transfer practices, articulation agreements, policies for dropping courses, and special-purpose centers and to the formula funding for certain credit hours.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
HB 712 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to student members of the board of regents of a state university system or a state university.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Officers
HB 795 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 861 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain university systems to provide benefits to certain qualified individuals.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 1085 81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al
Relating to an after-school pilot program offered by school districts to middle and junior high school students and their parents to prepare students for postsecondary education and training.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--School Districts
HB 1584 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a study regarding the establishment and administration of a legislative youth advisory council in this state.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 1767 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the use of motion sensor technology in certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Energy--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
HB 1942 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Labor--Wages | Taxation--Franchise
HB 2014 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al.
Relating to credit card marketing activities at postsecondary educational institutions.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General | Protection of Personal Information
HB 2234 81-0 (2009)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain judges to take the bar examination.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--Judges | Education--Higher--General | Lawyers
HB 2504 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to requiring a public institution of higher education to establish uniform standards for publishing cost of attendance information, to conduct student course evaluations of faculty, and to make certain information available on the Internet.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
HB 2746 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the School of Ethics, Western Civilization, and American Traditions at The University of Texas at Austin.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Ethics | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 2812 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the curriculum, funding, promotion, and economic impact of career and technology education in public educational institutions.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CURRICULUM EVAL. COMMITTEE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development | Science & Technology | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2823 81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to eligible recipients of certain grants awarded by the commissioner of education.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools
HB 2887 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the creation of a literacy center pilot program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | LITERACY
HB 2951 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to appropriations to certain public junior colleges affected by Hurricane Ike.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 3308 81-0 (2009)
Author: Flores, Kino | et. al.
Relating to the participation of other institutions of higher education in a dual usage education complex established by a junior college district.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 3447 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a study of the effectiveness for junior college students of the success initiative assessment and developmental coursework requirements regarding student readiness for college-level work.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 3506 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation of the Public Education Management Institute of Texas.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY AT SAN MARCOS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
HB 3518 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to dropping courses.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3790 81-0 (2009)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to performance incentive funding for public institutions of higher education and to recognition of certain student achievement on degree completion.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3908 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to certain offenses involving public and private schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Juvenile | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | TRESPASS
HB 3956 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to use of sales and tax revenues by certain development corporations to promote higher education and job training opportunities.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | SCHOLARSHIPS | Taxation--Sales
HB 4048 81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to an online list of work-study employment opportunities available to students at a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
HB 4049 81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to student Internet access to certain financial and academic information maintained by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
HB 4304 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.
Relating to the granting or renewal of certain easements on or leases of certain university land.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATION EASEMENTS | Economic & Industrial Development--Rural | Education--Higher--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Electric
HB 4480 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to documentary evidence of citizenship or other status as a requirement for issuance of certain identification documents.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Aliens | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 4617 81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HJR 139 81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the national research university fund to enable emerging research universities in this state to achieve national prominence as major research universities and transferring the balance of the higher education fund to the national research university fund.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 48 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the offense of hazing.
Senate: Higher Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 160 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 174 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to accountability of institutions of higher education, including educator preparation programs, and online institution resumes for public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
SB 185 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to establishing a commission to prepare and recommend a long-range plan for higher education in this state.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Interim Studies | Labor--Workforce Development | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 195 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to student Internet access to certain financial and academic information maintained by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
SB 215 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Meeting cancelled
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
SB 226 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to student members of the board of regents of a state university system or a state university.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Officers
SB 291 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to hepatitis B vaccination for students enrolled in certain health-related courses of study at an institution of higher education.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | HEPATITIS | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 305 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to an online list of work-study employment opportunities available to students at a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
SB 482 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Human Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 596 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the name of Stephen F. Austin State University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Symbols | STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
SB 667 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to student Internet access to financial and academic information maintained by public institutions of higher education and to a fixed tuition rate provided by certain institutions of higher education to students for satisfactory academic performance.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
SB 668 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the establishment of a student mentorship pilot program at certain institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 676 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to credit card marketing activities at postsecondary educational institutions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Business & Commerce--General | Consumer Protection | CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
SB 875 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to consideration of students' preferred class times in establishing course schedules at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
SB 1179 81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to requiring general academic teaching institutions to offer health benefit plans to students.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1327 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the disposition of surplus data processing equipment of a university system or an institution or agency of higher education.
House: State Affairs Senate: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS | Hospitals
SB 1524 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a report regarding research funds received by public institutions of higher education or employees of those institutions from pharmaceutical companies.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS
SB 1546 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the creation and administration of a community-based at-risk youth program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1562 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to contracts entered into for the employment of the chief executive officer of a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | State Employees
SB 1564 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to Tier One Challenge funding to support the development and enhancement of national research universities in this state.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1727 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to rules adopted and reporting required under the school district college credit program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1729 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the terms of student members of certain Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board advisory committees.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1800 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to methods for increasing student success and degree completion at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1942 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to performance incentive funding for public institutions of higher education and to recognition of certain student achievement on degree completion.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2046 81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to requiring criminal history background checks for employees of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on Major State Calendar
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Employees
SB 2245 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to eliminating certain reporting requirements of university systems and institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination
SB 2259 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Tuition | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
SB 2538 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the inclusion of certain financial information, including certain school district information, in an online database maintained by the comptroller.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control
SJR 12 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state institution of higher education or state university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board.
Senate: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Legislature | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SJR 35 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the national research university fund to enable emerging research universities in this state to achieve national prominence as major research universities and transferring the balance of the higher education fund to the national research university fund.
House: Higher Education Senate: Finance
Placed on Constitutional Amendments Calendar
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 7 81-1 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of certain employees, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students to participate in health benefit programs at public institutions of higher education.
Filed
| Education--Higher--General | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | GRADUATE STUDENTS | Insurance--Health & Accident | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 85 80-0 (2007)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to credit card marketing activities at postsecondary educational institutions; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
| Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
HB 116 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to limitations on the number of courses that students may drop under certain circumstances at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 122 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to promoting the importance of higher education in public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION GO GET IT WEEK | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 208 80-0 (2007)
Author: Flores, KinoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the eligibility of students enrolled in joint credit or concurrent enrollment programs for extracurricular activities and University Interscholastic League competitions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 355 80-0 (2007)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Labor--Wages | Taxation--Franchise
HB 381 80-0 (2007)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the use of state institutions of higher education to provide training to state agency employees.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 501 80-0 (2007)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | INTERNET
HB 534 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to authorizing the lease or conveyance of certain real property owned by Amarillo College.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| AMARILLO COLLEGE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Property Interests--Real Property
HB 826 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the use of motion sensor technology in certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Energy--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
HB 1213 80-0 (2007)
Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to mutual assistance agreements entered into by certain municipalities and private institutions of higher education for the purpose of enforcing state law and to additional powers, privileges, and immunities of peace officers employed by private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 1418 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the name of Sam Houston State University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 1536 80-0 (2007)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to job order contracts entered into by school districts, public institutions of higher education, navigation districts, and certain other governmental entities.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Purchasing--Local | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1614 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gattis, DanSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the establishment and use of a columbarium on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
| Cemeteries | Education--Higher--General | Religion
HB 1712 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to certain educational requirements applicable to the regulation of the practice of chiropractic.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1748 80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the administration of Texas governor's schools.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1783 80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the marketing of credit cards to students at a postsecondary institution and to certain young persons; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
HB 1878 80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to longevity pay for certain campus peace officers employed by a state institution of higher education or public technical institute.
House: Higher Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | PEACE OFFICERS | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 1916 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to requiring all public institutions of higher education to use the common course numbering system.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination
HB 1982 80-0 (2007)
Author: Latham, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Public Education Management Institute of Texas.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 2009 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 2128 80-0 (2007)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to sexual abuse and child molestation prevention training for certain public or private institutions of higher education employees and volunteers who work at programs for minors.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2141 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to student members of the board of regents of a state university or state university system.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers
HB 2213 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the use and disclosure of social security numbers by institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Protection of Personal Information | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 2237 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to grants and programs for dropout prevention, high school success, and college and workforce readiness in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 2279 80-0 (2007)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the purchase of energy-efficient light bulbs for certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Government Reform
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Energy--Conservation | Energy--General | LIGHTING | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--General
HB 2373 80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the purchasing and contracting practices of junior college districts; providing criminal penalties.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | Purchasing--General | Purchasing--Local
HB 2639 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to risk management programs for members and advisors of student organizations at public and private postsecondary educational institutions and to certain insurance requirements for fraternities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Higher--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2658 80-0 (2007)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to the development of college preparatory mathematics and science courses for use in public high schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Science & Technology
HB 2965 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to measures to reduce faculty substitutions of certain higher education textbooks.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 3065 80-0 (2007)
Author: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to a study on increasing the number of medical residency programs, medical residents, and physicians practicing medical specialties in this state.
House: Public Health
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Higher--General | Health Care Providers | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 3075 80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the transfer of course credit between public and private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Higher--State Coordination
HB 3087 80-0 (2007)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the development of applied mathematics and science courses for use in public high schools.
House: Public Education
Posting rule suspended
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Science & Technology
HB 3260 80-0 (2007)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the establishment of a center for the study of advanced instructional methods.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 3322 80-0 (2007)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a plan-to-plan transfer of certain assets from the TexaSaver 457 plan administered by the Employees Retirement System of Texas to a 457 plan created by an institution of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| DEFERRED COMPENSATION | Education--Higher--General | Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 3430 80-0 (2007)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the availability of information about state expenditures and rules, including the creation of a state database containing information on state expenditures, and to certain comptroller reports, and to certain amounts received by institutions of higher education.
House: Government Reform Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS ONLINE
HB 3450 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to coordination of postsecondary curricula and to an academic planning Internet website to support academic progress by students enrolled at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Junior College Districts | Electronic Information Systems
HB 3484 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the programs and functions of The Texas A&M University System and Sam Houston State University.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 3633 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the creation and administration of a community-based at-risk youth program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 3828 80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to performance incentive funding for institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . .
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
HB 3924 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to 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
HB 4005 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the creation of the Research Valley Innovation District.
House: County Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Education--Higher--General | RESEARCH VALLEY INNOVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 4130 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the governance of certain state agencies.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HCR 82 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to develop and implement policies and programs to be adopted by Texas universities that address the incidence of discrimination and harassment on campus.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--General | HARASSMENT | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HCR 159 80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Requesting that the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker appoint a select commission on higher education and global competitiveness.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HJR 80 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state institution of higher education or state university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board.
House: Higher Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Officers
HR 2881 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2237.
3 hr. notice-for consideration
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HR 2891 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2237.
Reported enrolled
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 33 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to hepatitis B vaccination for students enrolled in certain health-related courses of study in an institution of higher education.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Health Care Providers | HEPATITIS | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 38 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the composition of the Interagency Coordinating Council for HIV and Hepatitis.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | Health Care Providers | INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR HIV & HEPATITIS
SB 114 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
SB 146 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of higher education enhancement districts; authorizing sales and use taxes and property taxes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Taxation--Sales
SB 276 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to student members of the board of regents of a state university or state university system.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers
SB 282 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to notice regarding the availability of programs under which a student may earn college credit in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 469 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the creation by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of a certificate of recognition for persons who contribute certain gifts or donations to public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 554 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to contracts entered into for the employment of a chief executive officer of a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General
SB 598 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to providing medical assistance to certain former foster care adolescents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Medical Assistance
SB 776 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to certain educational requirements applicable to the regulation of the practice of chiropractic.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 938 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to providing medical assistance to certain former foster care adolescents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Medical Assistance
SB 1029 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to performance incentive funding for institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
SB 1046 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the provision of notice to institutions of higher education of meetings of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and to certain telephone conference meetings of the board and other boards of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Open Meetings | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1053 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to assessing the quality and effectiveness of academic advising services offered by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination
SB 1054 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the conduct that constitutes hazing and to the application of hazing laws to certain former students of an educational institution.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
SB 1055 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to establishing a commission to study and report on the projected need for faculty at public and private institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments
| COMMISSION TO STUDY & REPORT ON PROJECTED NEED FOR FACULTY | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1064 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the purchasing and contracting practices of junior college districts; providing criminal penalties.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | Purchasing--General | Purchasing--Local
SB 1095 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to a study on increasing the number of medical residency programs, medical residents, and physicians practicing medical specialties in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Health Care Providers | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 1138 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to risk management programs for members and advisors of student organizations at public and private postsecondary educational institutions and to certain insurance requirements for fraternities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/07
| Education--Higher--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1146 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to online performance reports for public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1147 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the administration of Texas governor's schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1234 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to a master plan for higher education in this state.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination
SB 1573 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the affordability of enrollment in public institutions of higher education and the availability of certain financial and academic information to students enrolled in those institutions.
Senate: Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | INTERNET
SB 1772 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to establishing a commission to study and report on a long-range plan for higher education in this state.
Senate: Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | LONG-RANGE PLAN FOR HIGHER EDUCATION, COMMISSION TO STUDY & | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1939 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to credit card marketing activities at postsecondary educational institutions; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
SB 2039 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the governance of certain state agencies.
House: Higher Education Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
SCR 3 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Encouraging institutions of higher education to implement policies to safeguard the academic freedom of faculty and students.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Miscellaneous
SCR 27 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to create a joint interim committee to study issues relating to the higher education system in Texas.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 47 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Requesting that the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker appoint a select commission on higher education and global competitiveness.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| Education--Higher--General | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SJR 9 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit a district created to provide local funding to support public institutions of higher education to impose an ad valorem tax if approved by the voters of the district.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous
SR 1188 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2237.
Reported enrolled
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HB 154 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to requiring institutions of higher education to report potential savings through contracting with local governments.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--State | State Finances--Budget
HB 303 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to efficiently administering and electronically monitoring certain veterans' and dependents' tuition exemptions at institutions of higher education.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 320 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna
Relating to the student enrollment required for the operation of Texas A&M University--Central Texas as an independent general academic teaching institution.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS
HB 321 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas A&M University--Central Texas.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS
HB 328 79-0 (2005)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to promoting the importance of higher education in public schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION GO GET IT WEEK | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 479 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keel, TerrySponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of campus peace officers commissioned by The University of Texas at Austin and law enforcement agencies of the state and political subdivisions of the state.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 487 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the regulation of time, place, and manner of speech at a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General
HB 495 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the student enrollment required for the operation of Texas A&M University--Central Texas as an independent general academic teaching institution.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS
HB 591 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the privatization of waste removal service operations at certain public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Purchasing--State
HB 613 79-0 (2005)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary education plans of seniors at public high schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | INTERNET
HB 707 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin | et. al.
Relating to the ability of a home-rule municipality to sue and be sued.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| City Government--Employees/Officers | City Government--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts
HB 730 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to training for members of the governing boards of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 827 79-0 (2005)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the designation of research centers to evaluate state or federally funded education programs and the sharing of student data.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Intergovernmental Relations | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 868 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the establishment of a Center for Excellence in Deaf Studies and Deaf Education at Lamar University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | LAMAR UNIV CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN DEAF EDUC & COMMUNICATIO | LAMAR UNIV CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN DEAF STUDIES & DEAF EDUC
HB 933 79-0 (2005)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to certain insurance for officers and employees of state agencies.
House: Insurance Senate: Government Organization
Committee report printed and distributed
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident | Insurance--Motor Vehicles | State Employees
HB 1171 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to protecting students and employees at an institution of higher education from threatened acts of violence.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Safety
HB 1173 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, FredSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the regulation of the use of postsecondary credits and degrees, persons offering or granting certain postsecondary credits and degrees, and the manner of offering or granting those credits and degrees; providing criminal penalties.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | FRAUD
HB 1311 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to requiring a course in multicultural or gender studies in baccalaureate degree programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Human Relations
HB 1409 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the authority to change the name of component institutions of The Texas A&M University System.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
HB 1737 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a dual usage educational complex by a junior college district and other political subdivisions or institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 1791 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to application of the hazing statutes to private institutions of higher education; providing penalties.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
HB 1914 79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to longevity pay for certain campus peace officers employed by a state institution of higher education or public technical institute.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | PEACE OFFICERS | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 1926 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the eligibility of students enrolled in courses for joint high school and college credit for extracurricular activities and University Interscholastic League competitions.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 1968 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to student representation on the board of regents of each state university or state university system.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers
HB 2001 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2002 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2003 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2056 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the provision of voter registration applications to graduating high school students and incoming college students; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | Electronic Information Systems | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2274 79-0 (2005)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation.
House: Higher Education Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/05
| Education--Higher--General | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Sunset Bills
HB 2442 79-0 (2005)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to power management software for state agencies and public institutions of higher education.
House: Government Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2488 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the sale of instructional materials and other merchandise to students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 2523 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to retirement benefits for law enforcement officers employed and commissioned by institutions of higher education.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Law Enforcement | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters
HB 2547 79-0 (2005)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the required public notice of the name of each finalist for the position of chief executive officer of an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Open Records | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2583 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to financial transaction awareness plans to be adopted by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
HB 2598 79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to regulating the use and disclosure of social security numbers by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Consumer Protection | Education--Higher--General | Open Records | RIGHT OF PRIVACY | SOCIAL SECURITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2701 79-0 (2005)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to higher education authorities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
| BONDS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HIGHER EDUCATION FACILITY AUTHORITY FOR PRIVATE SCHOOLS ACT | HIGHER EDUCATION FACILITY AUTHORITY FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS ACT | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | STUDENT LOANS | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2805 79-0 (2005)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to an early college education program to provide at-risk and other students accelerated high school graduation and college credit.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum
HB 2808 79-0 (2005)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the P-16 Council and to the functioning of certain educational programs.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | P-16 COUNCIL
HB 2830 79-0 (2005)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to regulating the use and disclosure of social security numbers by school districts and institutions of higher education.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | RIGHT OF PRIVACY | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 3227 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the management of state agency vehicle fleets.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3321 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to student and faculty representation on the board of regents of each state university or state university system.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3445 79-0 (2005)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Education--Higher--General | Labor--Wages | Taxation--Franchise
HCR 208 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Encouraging the board of regents of Texas Southern University to name a building, an outdoor plaza, or an interior space of honor on the campus after the Honorable Joe E. Moreno.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
| Education--Higher--General | MORENO, JOSEPH E., REP. | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HJR 60 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state institution of higher education or state university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HR 2302 79-0 (2005)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Urging Texas community colleges to offer an associate's degree with an emphasis on African American/Black Studies.
Filed
| AFRICAN AMERICAN/BLACK STUDIES | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 34 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the governing board of a state university or state university system and to the tuition rebate program for certain undergraduates at certain state institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | STUDENT LOANS
SB 101 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to efficiently administering and electronically monitoring certain veterans' and dependents' tuition exemptions at institutions of higher education.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 156 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas A&M University--Central Texas.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS
SB 157 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the student enrollment required for the operation of Texas A&M University--Central Texas as an independent general academic teaching institution.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CENTRAL TEXAS
SB 238 79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to training for members of the governing boards of public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 420 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Sunset Bills
SB 435 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the education requirements for a justice of the peace.
Senate: Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
| Courts--Justice | Education--Higher--General | JUSTICE OF THE PEACE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 479 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to protecting students and employees at an institution of higher education from threatened acts of violence.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Safety
SB 511 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to public testimony at regular meetings of the governing board of a general academic teaching institution.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Open Meetings
SB 634 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the compensation of administrators in public institutions of higher education and university systems.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Salaries & Expenses
SB 646 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of campus peace officers commissioned by The University of Texas at Austin and law enforcement agencies of the state and political subdivisions of the state.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
SB 676 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to identifying which public institutions of higher education in this state are universities of the first class.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 817 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to financial transaction awareness plans to be adopted by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS | Education--Higher--General | Financial--General
SB 934 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to student representation on the board of regents of each state university or state university system.
Senate: Education
Received from the Senate
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers
SB 1043 79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the duties of the P-16 Council regarding dual and concurrent enrollment courses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | P-16 COUNCIL
SB 1118 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority to change the name of component institutions of The Texas A&M University System.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
SB 1133 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to posting notice online of the meetings of certain governmental bodies.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/06
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | Open Meetings
SB 1146 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to an early college education program to provide at-risk and other students accelerated high school graduation and college credit.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum
SB 1177 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the establishment, operation, and funding of a skills development program, including the reduction of and the imposition of assessments for the unemployment compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Labor--Unemployment | Labor--Workforce Development
SB 1320 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the sovereign immunity and liability to be sued of a junior college district.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts
SB 1502 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to improvements in and assessments of the status of higher education in this state and to the coordination of public institutions of higher education in this state.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1529 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to policies and measures to promote timely graduation of students from public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Education--Higher--Tuition
SB 1561 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to requirements imposed under the vehicle fleet management plan.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1594 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a small contractor assistance program for bidding on construction contracts at institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPETITIVE BIDDING | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Education--Higher--General
SB 1716 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
SB 1734 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the readmission of a student to an institution of higher education who leaves the institution to enter military service.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Military & Veterans
SB 1809 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Seaman, Gene
Relating to statewide evaluation of tech-prep consortia.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development
SCR 17 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Casteel, Carter
Requesting Texas institutes of higher education to offer education and research opportunities in viticulture and enology.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | WINE & WINERIES
SJR 22 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state institution of higher education or state university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SJR 26 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state institution of higher education or state university system to serve a term that differs from the terms served by the other members of the board.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Officers
HB 94 79-1 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the University of Houston.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM
HB 95 79-1 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the University of Houston--Downtown.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN
HB 96 79-1 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas Southern University.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 105 79-1 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas at San Antonio.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 107 79-1 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas at San Antonio.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 114 79-1 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas Southern University for campus facilities and infrastructure.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
SB 73 79-1 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas A&M University--Commerce.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--COMMERCE
SB 80 79-1 (2005)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds or other obligations to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY | TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER--CENTRAL TEXAS | TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--COMMERCE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--KINGSVILLE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--TEXARKANA | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | 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 HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE | 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 M. D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER AT DALLAS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN
SB 81 79-1 (2005)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for Texas Southern University.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
SB 82 79-1 (2005)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the University of Houston.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM
SB 83 79-1 (2005)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the University of Houston--Downtown.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN
HB 35 79-2 (2005)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the sale of facilities of public institutions of higher education to real estate investment trusts.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 56 79-3 (2006)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.
Relating to the compensation and benefits of public school employees, the academic and fiscal accountability of public schools, and the improvement of public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Bilingual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident | P-16 COUNCIL | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 126 79-3 (2006)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the eligibility of students enrolled in joint credit or concurrent enrollment programs for extracurricular activities and University Interscholastic League competitions.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
SB 1 79-3 (2006)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the compensation and benefits of public school employees, the academic and fiscal accountability of public schools, and the improvement of public schools.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Bilingual | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Health & Accident | P-16 COUNCIL | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 55 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.
Relating to sex offender registration requirements imposed on certain workers or students at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 268 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to application of the hazing statutes to private institutions of higher education; providing penalties.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools
HB 391 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the participation of institutions of higher education in electronic government.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | ELECTRONIC GOVERNMENT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE | Electronic Information Systems | TEXAS ONLINE
HB 511 78-0 (2003)
Author: Castro, Joaquin | et. al.
Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary educational plans of seniors at public high schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 613 78-0 (2003)
Author: Castro, Joaquin | et. al.
Relating to requiring institutions of higher education to use uniform grading methods for each class or section of the same course.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General
HB 719 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to a voting student member on the board of regents of The University of Texas System.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 760 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to requiring uniform admissions standards for undergraduate student admissions to an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General
HB 783 78-0 (2003)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to public participation in certain condemnation proceedings.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Property Interests--Real Property
HB 933 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the granting of a charter for an open-enrollment charter school by a college or university.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CHARTER SCHOOLS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1026 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna | et. al.
Relating to regulating the use of social security numbers by institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | SOCIAL SECURITY
HB 1206 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the establishment of a Higher Education Is In Your Future week in certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1376 78-0 (2003)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the optional retirement program for certain employees of public institutions of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 1446 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, BettySponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the eligibility of certain children for certain health benefit coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Children's Insurance | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 1566 78-0 (2003)
Author: Telford, BarrySponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to lower-division and upper-division courses offered by Texas A&M University--Texarkana.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/03
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--TEXARKANA
HB 2109 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the adoption of the 21st Century Technology College and Careers Act.
House: Economic Development
Reported favorably as substituted
| 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE & CAREERS ACT | Education--Higher--General | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2117 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, FredSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to protecting students and employees at an institution of higher education from threatened acts of violence.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Safety
HB 2123 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the membership of the board of regents of The University of Texas System and the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2218 78-0 (2003)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.
Relating to electronic courses offered by public school districts.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| DISTANCE EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET
HB 2393 78-0 (2003)
Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Relating to the governance and operation of The University of Texas at Arlington.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Fees | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
HB 2419 78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS | Sunset Bills
HB 2425 78-0 (2003)
Author: McCall, BrianSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to state and certain local fiscal matters; making appropriations.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective according to its terms
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Energy--Conservation | State Employees | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Franchise | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 2427 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to workers' compensation self-insurance for certain institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2447 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the regulation of time, place, and manner of speech at a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--General
HB 2505 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the review of the administration of university systems and identification of potential administrative and organizational reforms.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Interim Studies | Sunset Bills
HB 2555 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to requiring a course in multicultural or gender studies in baccalaureate degree programs at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Human Relations
HB 2645 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the compensation of administrators in public institutions of higher education and university systems.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2791 78-0 (2003)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to the administration of the Texas Tech-Prep Program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 2861 78-0 (2003)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the accountability of, and reporting by, public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
HB 2862 78-0 (2003)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to institutions of higher education, including the administration, operation, governance, and financing of those institutions.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 2956 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Elizabeth
Relating to a franchise tax credit for oil and gas producers that make financial contributions to institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Meeting cancelled
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Oil & Gas | Taxation--Energy Resources
HB 3001 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the reorganization and consolidation of state governmental functions and entities.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
| ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC | ADJUTANT GENERAL | ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | BARBER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | COSMETOLOGY COMMISSION, TEXAS | COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY, TEXAS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL LICENSING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | STRUCTURAL PEST CONTROL BOARD
HB 3216 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to requiring state institutions of higher education to develop plans for increasing the use of historically underutilized businesses in purchasing and contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | Human Relations | Purchasing--State | STRATEGIC PLANS | Women
HB 3219 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the implementation of an Internet-based platform for import and export activities of state agencies.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
| Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | IMPORTS & EXPORTS | INTERNET | Purchasing--State
HB 3331 78-0 (2003)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a higher education authority or nonprofit instrumentality exercising the powers of a higher education authority to acquire, own, and operate facilities, to issue and execute bonds and other obligations, and to use the proceeds of those obligations for authorized purposes.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 92 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a student member of the board of regents of a state university or state 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
HR 501 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Directing the House Committee on Higher Education to conduct a study of the calculation of student grade point averages at public colleges and universities and of additional and modest fees that may be assessed on students who retake certain classes.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | HOUSE COMMITTEE ON HIGHER EDUCATION | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 1851 78-0 (2003)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 86.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 28 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the collection and maintenance of bacterial meningitis immunization records by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 29 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to meetings of governing boards of public institutions of higher education held outside this state and to the manner in which certain meetings of those boards may be held.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Open Meetings | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 86 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the eligibility of a high school graduate for automatic admission to an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Point of order sustained
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum
SB 87 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the participation of institutions of higher education in electronic government.
Senate: Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | ELECTRONIC GOVERNMENT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE | Purchasing--State
SB 111 78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to a voting student member on the board of regents of The University of Texas System.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Officers
SB 166 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to sex offender registration requirements imposed on certain higher education workers or students, to immunity for release of public information obtained as a result of those requirements, and to reports of status changes.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--General | Law Enforcement | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 253 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the applicability of the Texas Youth Camp Safety and Health Act to facilities or programs operated by or on the campus of an institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Minors--Health & Safety | YOUTH CAMP
SB 286 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS | Sunset Bills
SB 476 78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to application of the hazing statutes to private institutions of higher education; providing penalties.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools
SB 571 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the authority of the comptroller to conduct performance reviews of general academic teaching institutions.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 632 78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to a statewide survey to obtain public school dropout data.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN OFFICE OF SURVEY RESEARCH
SB 666 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the establishment of the matching excellence fund to promote research and develop excellence at certain institutions of higher education and to the abolition of the Texas excellence fund and the university research fund.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 754 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of higher education enhancement districts; authorizing a sales and use tax or a property tax.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous
SB 833 78-0 (2003)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Nixon, Joe
Relating to the application of the Charitable Immunity and Liability Act of 1987 to alumni associations and on-campus organizations.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
SB 904 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the appointment by the governor of the presiding officers of the governing bodies of state agencies.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Governor | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 927 78-0 (2003)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the eligibility of certain children for certain health benefit coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Children's Insurance | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 1006 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to requiring state institutions of higher education to develop plans for increasing the use of historically underutilized businesses in purchasing and contracting.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments
| Education--Higher--General | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | Human Relations | Purchasing--State | STRATEGIC PLANS | Women
SB 1044 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas who have obtained certain higher education degrees or an equivalent number of credit hours.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Salaries & Expenses
SB 1089 78-0 (2003)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the eligibility of certain children for certain health benefit coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Children's Insurance | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1162 78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the accountability of administrators in institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Salaries & Expenses
SB 1258 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to local supplementation of state contributions to the optional retirement program for institutions of higher education and certain agencies.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Education--Higher--General | Retirement Systems--State Employees
SB 1259 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to deferred compensation plans for employees of regional education service centers and certain institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--State Employees
SB 1332 78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the regulation of time, place, and manner of speech in a state institution of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General
SB 1343 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the regulation and operation of certain career schools and colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/03
| DISTANCE EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Labor--Workforce Development | PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS
SB 1485 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to tuition and fees charged by institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition
SB 1541 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the accountability of, and reporting by, public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
SB 1652 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to institutions of higher education, including the administration, operation, governance, and financing of those institutions, and to certain security services provided to such institutions and certain other educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS
SB 1717 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.
Relating to the governance and operation of The University of Texas at Arlington.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Chair
| BONDS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Fees | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
SB 1778 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of a higher education authority or nonprofit instrumentality exercising the powers of a higher education authority to acquire, own, and operate facilities, to issue and execute bonds and other obligations, and to use the proceeds of those obligations for authorized purposes.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1830 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the grade point average of and imposition of a fee on a student who repeats a course at a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
SB 1890 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the members of the boards of regents of The University of Texas System and The Texas A&M University System.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
SCR 71 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, Royce
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 1652.
Signed by the Governor
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION | Purchasing--State | Resolutions--Corrective | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
SCR 72 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 286.
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Resolutions--Corrective | STUDENT LOANS | Sunset Bills
HB 126 78-1 (2003)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to appropriations to the Texas excellence fund and the university research fund.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Science & Technology | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 38 78-1 (2003)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to automatic admissions to public institutions of higher education by certain high school graduates.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum
HB 43 78-2 (2003)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to appropriations to the Texas excellence fund and the university research fund.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Science & Technology | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 43 78-3 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to exempting private institutions of higher education from certain fees charged for programs or facilities for the control of excess or storm water.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
| Education--Higher--General | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HCR 11 78-3 (2003)
Author: Corte, FrankSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Urging U.S. Department of Homeland Security to designate a university-based center for homeland security in the State of Texas.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--General | HOMELAND SECURITY, U. S. DEPT. OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY
SCR 1 78-3 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Memorializing the secretary of the United States Department of Homeland Security to designate a university-based center for homeland security in the State of Texas.
Filed
| Education--Higher--General | HOMELAND SECURITY, U. S. DEPT. OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY
HB 18 78-4 (2003)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to a survey to monitor the postsecondary educational plans of seniors at public high schools.
House: Public School Finance, Select
Referred to Public School Finance, Select
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 62 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wolens, Steven | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the authority of certain courts to try civil cases at institutions of higher education and other schools.
House: Judicial Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report printed and distributed
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--District | Courts--General | Education--Higher--General
HB 82 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to an exemption from sales and use taxes for certain taxable items sold by a qualified student organization affiliated with an institution of higher education.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Taxation--Sales
HB 105 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas--Pan American.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN
HB 125 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, George | et. al.
Relating to the mathematics section of the exit-level assessment for high school students and the replacement of the Texas Academic Skills Program with a program using components of certain secondary exit-level assessment instruments.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 266 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, DanSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the conveyance of certain state property.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 437 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to retirement benefits for law enforcement officers employed and commissioned by institutions of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 897 77-0 (2001)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to certain programs to develop the technology workforce in Texas by supporting and promoting higher education in electrical engineering and computer science.
House: Higher Education
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | Science & Technology | TECHNICAL EDUCATION
HB 930 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, Fred | et. al.
Relating to a written policy regulating certain travel by students enrolled at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | TRAVEL
HB 954 77-0 (2001)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to consideration of kinship to a student, former student, or donor in admissions to public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Family--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS
HB 972 77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to charter schools and services provided to charter schools by regional education service centers.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CHARTER SCHOOLS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools
HB 1011 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the transfer of the Amarillo campus of the Texas State Technical College System to Amarillo College.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| AMARILLO COLLEGE | Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
HB 1129 77-0 (2001)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the appointment of members of the governing board of a state university or university system.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Governor | SENATE
HB 1144 77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to public school accountability and to measures to improve proficiency in certain subjects.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | VOLUNTARY GOLD PERFORMANCE RATING PROGRAM
HB 1151 77-0 (2001)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to providing information about bacterial meningitis to students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1203 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage by state agencies and to workers' compensation insurance benefits provided by certain state agencies.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--General | Labor--Workers' Compensation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1210 77-0 (2001)
Author: Garcia, Domingo
Relating to a feasibility study regarding the establishment of a school of law at the University of North Texas.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW
HB 1211 77-0 (2001)
Author: Garcia, Domingo
Relating to a feasibility study regarding the establishment of a school of pharmacy at the University of North Texas.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
HB 1296 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ehrhardt, Harryette | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of discrimination by public educational institutions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Human Relations | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 1359 77-0 (2001)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1417 77-0 (2001)
Author: Jones, Jesse | et. al.
Relating to the University of North Texas System and the component institutions of that system.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 1508 77-0 (2001)
Author: Yarbrough, Ken
Relating to payment of educational incentive pay to certain fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1545 77-0 (2001)
Author: Uher, D.R.Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the operation, regulation, administration, and financing of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| CREDIT CARDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Purchasing--State | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 1645 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, DianneSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the use of certain transferred freshman-level credit courses to satisfy the requirements of the Texas Academic Skills Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP) | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1648 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to abolishing the Texas Academic Skills Program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 1685 77-0 (2001)
Author: Rangel, IrmaSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to a partnership or affiliation between certain entities and a general academic teaching institution or a medical and dental unit.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General
HB 1799 77-0 (2001)
Author: Villarreal, MikeSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to long-range planning for higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1804 77-0 (2001)
Author: Salinas Jr., Ignacio
Relating to information on the performance of students attending public schools and institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY COUNCIL | Electronic Information Systems | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 1826 77-0 (2001)
Author: Tillery, Dale
Relating to deferred compensation plans available to certain government employees.
House: Pensions & Investments
Referred to Pensions and Investments
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Retirement Systems--General
HB 1985 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, JimSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the regulation of proprietary schools.
House: Economic Development Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--General | PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2137 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to an exception from regulation as a proprietary school.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
| Education--Higher--General | PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS
HB 2138 77-0 (2001)
Author: Marchant, KennySponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the confidentiality of the location or sale price of certain real property sold or purchased by the state.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--General | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Open Records | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | VETERANS' LAND BOARD
HB 2165 77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.
Relating to the location of public education schools, programs, and classes.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts
HB 2238 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moreno, JoeSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the closing of streets or alleys by institutions of higher education in certain counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| City Government--Roads | County Government--Roads | Education--Higher--General
HB 2277 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carter, BillSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to contracts by certain educational institutions, state agencies, and local governments for energy conservation measures.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Energy--Conservation | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2356 77-0 (2001)
Author: Tillery, Dale
Relating to the deposit of a portion of royalties received by institutions of higher education from intellectual property to the credit of the general revenue fund.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY | ROYALTIES
HB 2366 77-0 (2001)
Author: Williams, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the mission of Prairie View A&M University.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
HB 2485 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to contracts relating to entertainment facilities of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | COMPETITIVE BIDDING | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Purchasing--State
HB 2499 77-0 (2001)
Author: Marchant, Kenny
Relating to limitations on the setting of education standards for law enforcement officers by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
House: Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2547 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to an exemption from or refund of tuition and fees for certain lower-division students enrolled at Texas Southern University and Prairie View A&M University.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 2787 77-0 (2001)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to notifying students of institutions of higher education of emissions inspection requirements for certain vehicles and enforcement of vehicle inspection laws by those institutions.
House: Public Safety Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| Education--Higher--General | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2885 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to mandatory venue for actions brought against certain public institutions of higher education or against certain officers or employees of those institutions.
House: Civil Practices
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Courts--Civil Procedure | Education--Higher--General
HB 3053 77-0 (2001)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to development of state policies and strategies for postsecondary education in this state.
House: Higher Education
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--General | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3261 77-0 (2001)
Author: Williams, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the general property deposit paid by a student of a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees
HB 3262 77-0 (2001)
Author: Williams, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the application of the sales tax to certain food served to students at institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Education--Higher--General | FOOD | Taxation--Sales
HB 3300 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of the 21st Century Technology College and Careers Act.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE & CAREERS ACT | COMMISSION ON 21ST CENTURY COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES | Education--Higher--General | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3301 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to venue for an action arising from a catastrophic incident at an institution of higher education.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General
HB 3508 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to a voting student member on the board of regents of The University of Texas System.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 3568 77-0 (2001)
Author: George, Kenn
Relating to the consolidation of The University of Texas System's institutions located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
HB 3607 77-0 (2001)
Author: Garcia, Domingo
Relating to the transfer of governance of certain public institutions of higher education to the University of North Texas System and the designation of the University of North Texas as a flagship university.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 3701 77-0 (2001)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the requirement that certain off-campus housing for students of institutions of higher education be equipped with a fire protection sprinkler system; providing a penalty.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Housing--General | Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant
HCR 225 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Urging the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to establish a law school at The University of Texas at El Paso.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
HCR 321 77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, KentSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Recalling S.B. No. 826 from the senate to the house.
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Resolutions--Recall
HJR 22 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wilson, Ron | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to certain claims against the state and agencies of the state.
House: Civil Practices
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Resolutions--Suits vs. State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUITS AGAINST THE STATE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | Tort Reform
HR 1005 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Urging the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to establish a law school at The University of Texas at El Paso.
House: Higher Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . .
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
HR 1301 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 658.
Reported enrolled
| BONDS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | State Finances--Management & Control | 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
HR 1386 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1203.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--General | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 31 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to providing information about bacterial meningitis to students of public schools and students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 71 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the compensation and reimbursement of expenses of members of the Midwestern State University board of regents.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 72 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the titles of the presiding officers of the board of regents of Texas Woman's University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective in 90 days -- 8/27/01
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY
SB 73 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the removal of members of the board of regents of Midwestern State University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 74 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Denny, Mary
Relating to the terms of members of the advisory board of the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE
SB 76 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Farabee, David
Relating to meetings of the board of regents of Midwestern State University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 77 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Denny, Mary
Relating to the removal of members of the board of regents of Texas Woman's University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY
SB 142 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the authority of a judge of a district or county court to try a civil case at an institution of higher education.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--District | Courts--General | Education--Higher--General
SB 158 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Olivo, Dora
Relating to counseling public school students regarding higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 175 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, Jon | et. al.
Relating to parking privileges for vehicles of certain veterans or the surviving spouses of certain veterans.
House: Transportation Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Referred to Transportation
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Military & Veterans | PARKING
SB 208 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, TeelSponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to reporting the academic performance of public high school graduates in institutions of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
SB 263 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Brown, Fred
Relating to a written policy regulating certain travel by students enrolled at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | TRAVEL
SB 349 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Commission on 21st Century Colleges and Universities.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| COMMISSION ON 21ST CENTURY COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES | Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 353 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian
Relating to certain programs to develop the technology workforce in Texas by supporting and promoting higher education in engineering and computer science.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | Science & Technology | TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SB 386 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, TeelSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to updating references to the campuses of the Texas State Technical College System.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
SB 449 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the creation and administration of the research university fund and to eliminating the transfers to the higher education fund.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | State Finances--Management & Control | TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SB 573 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, Teel | et. al.Sponsor: Rangel, Irma
Relating to a public awareness campaign to promote the value and availability of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 576 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Jones, Jesse | et. al.
Relating to the University of North Texas System and the component institutions of that system.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | TEXAS ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM
SB 586 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to the creation of the Center for Transportation Safety as part of the Texas Transportation Institute.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Highways | Safety | TEXAS TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE | TRANSPORTATION SAFETY, CENTER FOR | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 599 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to long-range planning for higher education.
Senate: Education
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 606 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to annuities or investments for certain public employees.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 641 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the acquisition of goods and services by institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Purchasing--State
SB 826 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al.
Relating to the location of public education schools, programs, and classes.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts
SB 854 77-0 (2001)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to public school accountability.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | VOLUNTARY GOLD PERFORMANCE RATING PROGRAM
SB 914 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to certain educational facilities and housing facilities owned by higher education authorities or by certain nonprofit entities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Housing--General
SB 989 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Williams, Thomas
Relating to the mission of Prairie View A&M University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
SB 1039 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the provision of certain higher education coursework through an online college.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET
SB 1186 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Rangel, Irma
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to publish certain performance data provided to the board by general academic teaching institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1205 77-0 (2001)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to the exemption of certain business enterprises and courses of instruction from proprietary school certification.
House: Economic Development Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--General | PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS
SB 1260 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to the authority of the comptroller of public accounts to conduct performance reviews of general academic teaching institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1303 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to establishing in El Paso County a medical program for students of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | EL PASO COUNTY | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
SB 1419 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the statute of limitations in certain civil proceedings involving the public institutions of higher education or the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STATUTES OF LIMITATIONS
SB 1465 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the operation, regulation, and administration of public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Purchasing--State | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
SB 1471 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the application of the sales tax to certain food served to students at institutions of higher education.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | FOOD | Taxation--Sales
SB 1472 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Williams, Thomas
Relating to the general property deposit paid by a student of a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees
SB 1818 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, TeelSponsor: Telford, Barry
Relating to the authority of the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System regarding real property, permanent improvements, and eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
SB 1841 77-0 (2001)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the requirement that certain off-campus housing for students of institutions of higher education be equipped with a fire protection sprinkler system; providing a penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Housing--General | Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant | Safety
SR 1195 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 658.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 177 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to establishing a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Laredo.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | LAREDO, CITY OF | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
HB 198 76-0 (1999)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the consideration of certain matters in admissions to public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | LEGACY ADMISSIONS
HB 220 76-0 (1999)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to participation in University Interscholastic League sponsored activities.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 227 76-0 (1999)
Author: West, George
Relating to abolishing the Texas Academic Skills Program.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 335 76-0 (1999)
Author: Seaman, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the prekindergarten program operated by the Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Early Childhood Center.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-CORPUS CHRISTI
HB 362 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hupp, SuzannaSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the eligibility of certain higher education employees to participate in group programs under the Texas Employees Uniform Group Insurance Benefits Act.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Insurance--General | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 388 76-0 (1999)
Author: Tillery, Dale
Relating to murder committed in certain places associated with a school or educational institution as a capital offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Subcommittee members named
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Capital Punishment | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 420 76-0 (1999)
Author: West, George
Relating to the application of the Texas Academic Skills Program.
House: Higher Education
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 454 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Literacy Pilot Program to exempt certain students from tuition and fees at eligible institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Subcommittee members named
| EDUCATION COORDINATING COUNCIL, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 471 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel
Relating to a state government internship program for certain students in certain fields of higher education.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General
HB 498 76-0 (1999)
Author: Corte, Frank | et. al.
Relating to the expulsion of students for assault of school employees.
House: Public Education
Referred to subcommittee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATION-PRIMARY & SECONDARY--VIOLENCE
HB 527 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to providing scholarships to students at institutions of higher education who meet certain academic, citizenship, financial need, and other requirements.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 528 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to exempting textbooks for university and college courses from the sales tax.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee members named
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks | Taxation--Sales
HB 547 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the use of standardized test scores in making admissions determinations and in awarding scholarships and financial aid at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 648 76-0 (1999)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to providing public school students and their parents with information about higher education and financial aid opportunities.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
HB 722 76-0 (1999)
Author: Staples, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Nixon, Drew
Relating to the number of certified peace officers employed by the Texas Forest Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Agriculture | Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS | PEACE OFFICERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 746 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to a report on certain higher education employees serving as expert witnesses in suits in which the state is a party.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | SUITS AGAINST THE STATE | WITNESSES
HB 787 76-0 (1999)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to assessment and placement testing by institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General
HB 888 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to graduate level instruction at Texas A&M University at Galveston.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON
HB 889 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to establishing an institute for the preservation of history and culture at Prairie View A&M University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Historic Preservation & Museums | PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
HB 893 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to prohibiting certain conduct by employees of institutions of higher education that may cause harm to students.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | HARASSMENT
HB 1027 76-0 (1999)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the authority of the board of regents of Texas Woman's University to levy fees for student centers.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective with Fall Semester 1999
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY
HB 1035 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna
Relating to the application to certain persons of the prohibition against the carrying of a concealed handgun on the premises of an institution of higher education.
House: Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Higher--General | Weapons
HB 1039 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the appointment of members of the governing board of a state university or university system.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | State Officers
HB 1049 76-0 (1999)
Author: Sadler, PaulSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to designating the Texas State Technical College System extension center in the city of Marshall as a campus of the system.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | MARSHALL, CITY OF | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
HB 1056 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a member of the governing board of a public university system or institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Withdrawn from intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | State Officers
HB 1060 76-0 (1999)
Author: Walker, Gary
Relating to academic testing of students in proprietary schools.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1106 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of race, ethnicity, or national origin in certain actions and decisions of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--Foreign Trade Zones | Courts--Judges | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Human Relations
HB 1114 76-0 (1999)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the sale of instructional materials to students of institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 1128 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al.
Relating to programs for admission by performance to graduate degree programs in law, medicine, and other professional fields.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1131 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to funding women's athletic programs within The University of Texas System.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Athletics | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | Women
HB 1232 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the creation of a single state board and a single commissioner to oversee and administer public and higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, BOARD OF TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1257 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the indemnification of certain personnel of certain institutions of higher education for admissions activities.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General
HB 1259 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.
Relating to the creation and operation of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Regional Training, Research, and Economic Development Center.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | Economic & Industrial Development | Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 1266 76-0 (1999)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the automatic admission of certain undergraduate transfer students.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1297 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to changing the names of Lamar University at Orange, Lamar University at Port Arthur, and Lamar University Institute of Technology.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE AT ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE AT PORT ARTHUR
HB 1329 76-0 (1999)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to providing scholarships to students at institutions of higher education who meet certain academic requirements or agree to teach in a field with a critical teacher shortage.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 1346 76-0 (1999)
Author: Salinas Jr., Ignacio | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the adoption of a junior college branch campus maintenance tax by certain counties.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Taxation--County
HB 1399 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the Teach for Texas Program.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
HB 1433 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to expanding the TexShare library consortium.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | Libraries & Librarians | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | TEXSHARE LIBRARY CONSORTIUM
HB 1438 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the resale of used textbooks; providing a penalty.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Textbooks
HB 1439 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to monitoring the performance of students at institutions of higher education who participate in intercollegiate athletics.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--Athletics | Education--Higher--General
HB 1446 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to required multicultural course credit at certain public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General
HB 1451 76-0 (1999)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the Texas Troops to Teachers Program.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Military & Veterans | TEXAS TROOPS TO TEACHERS PROGRAM
HB 1470 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hilbert, Paul
Relating to the costs of and reducing the need for remedial education of high school graduates.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts
HB 1559 76-0 (1999)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the high priority program development fund to support vocational and technical education.
House: Higher Education
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 1726 76-0 (1999)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the issuance of bonds to finance or refinance certain facilities used by an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | CHARTER SCHOOLS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 1768 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the allocation and use of constitutional funds established to support institutions of higher education.
House: Appropriations
Meeting cancelled
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1804 76-0 (1999)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the automatic admission to certain public institutions of higher education of certain graduates of high schools operated by the United States Department of Defense.
House: Higher Education Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective with Fall Semester 2000
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | Military & Veterans
HB 1840 76-0 (1999)
Author: Uher, D.R. | et. al.Sponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to authorizing the board of regents of The University of Texas System to acquire certain properties for campus expansion and other university purposes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | HARRIS COUNTY | Property Interests--General | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 1874 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the operation and administration of The University of Texas--Pan American.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | Education--Higher--General | TELECONFERENCING | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN
HB 1875 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the purchase or other acquisition of land by The University of Texas--Pan American.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
| Education--Higher--General | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN
HB 1882 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to approve formula funding for certain doctoral students.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1945 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the creation of permanent funds for certain public health purposes conducted by institutions of higher education.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--General
HB 1951 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the distribution of certain fees collected at medical schools, the establishment of a health care account for certain health education purposes, and the establishment of primary care mission statements, strategic plans, and reporting for medical schools.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Student Fees | OMNIBUS HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE ACT
HB 2011 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, HenrySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the administration of the Texas Academic Skills Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 2016 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to the waiver for certain high school students of tuition fees for concurrent enrollment in junior college courses and of fees for skills tests of students entering public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Junior College Districts
HB 2029 76-0 (1999)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.
Relating to establishing a workforce coordinator for each public junior college and public technical institute campus.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 2042 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to providing financial incentives to veterinary college students and graduates who agree to practice in a rural county.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | VETERINARIAN MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VETERINARIANS
HB 2089 76-0 (1999)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the establishment of a medical services fee at Midwestern State University.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | MIDWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 2091 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the governance of Texas Southern University.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 2097 76-0 (1999)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to requiring an application for admission to a public institution of higher education as a requirement for graduation from high school.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 2127 76-0 (1999)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to exempting certain children of emergency medical services personnel killed in the line of duty from higher education tuition and fees.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel
HB 2226 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to the Texas Academy of Foreign Languages and Culture.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Tuition | TEXAS ACADEMY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES & CULTURE
HB 2269 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hamric, Peggy | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain charitable organizations performing certain functions.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/00
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Higher--General | Housing | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2302 76-0 (1999)
Author: Green, Rick
Relating to student fees for bus services at Southwest Texas State University.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Economic & Industrial Development | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY | Transportation--Mass Transit
HB 2401 76-0 (1999)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of voluntary workforce training programs for certain students.
House: Economic Development Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 2492 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to contracts for and the financing of energy conservation measures taken by state agencies and political subdivisions.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General | Energy--Conservation
HB 2528 76-0 (1999)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the support of graduate pharmacy education and resident pharmacists.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS
HB 2547 76-0 (1999)
Author: Williams, ThomasSponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to the operation of the Geo-Technology Research Institute.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | GEO-TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE | GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS | Science & Technology
HB 2591 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to skills assessment and placement testing of undergraduate students entering public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | TEXAS ACADEMIC SKILLS PROGRAM (TASP)
HB 2592 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.
Relating to notification to students of the law that grants automatic college admission to certain students.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | SIGNS
HB 2664 76-0 (1999)
Author: George, KennSponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to authorizing private or independent institutions of higher education to operate a student debit card program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General
HB 2727 76-0 (1999)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.
Relating to tech-prep education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Science & Technology
HB 2783 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia
Relating to the funding of the Seaborne Conservation Corps or a similar program at Texas A&M University at Galveston.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON
HB 2799 76-0 (1999)
Author: Driver, Joe
Relating to establishing date rape awareness week and providing related information to students at general academic teaching institutions.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | DATE RAPE AWARENESS MONTH | Education--Higher--General
HB 2806 76-0 (1999)
Author: Garcia, DomingoSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to establishing a mentoring program at the University of North Texas.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
HB 2865 76-0 (1999)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the creation and administration of the research university fund.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Science & Technology
HB 2867 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dunnam, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to a program that allows institutions of higher education in Texas to match a scholarship offered to Texas students by out-of-state institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 2960 76-0 (1999)
Author: Jones, DelwinSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the evaluation of proposals for contracts by institutions of higher education for energy conservation measures.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | Energy--Conservation | Purchasing--State
HB 2975 76-0 (1999)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to the grade point average of and imposition of a fee on a student who repeats a course at a state institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General
HB 2991 76-0 (1999)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to cooperative programs between school districts or institutions of higher education and the Texas Space Grant Consortium.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Education--School Districts | NATIONAL AERONAUTICS & SPACE ADMINISTRATION
HB 3109 76-0 (1999)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to the creation and operation of a multicultural mathematics and science education cooperative to provide math and science training to Texas elementary school teachers and principals.
House: Higher Education
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | MULTICULTURAL MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE EDUCATION COOPERATIVE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3142 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to exempting certain courses of instruction or review from proprietary school certification.
House: Economic Development Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--General
HB 3178 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, GlennSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to coverage for certain health benefits under the Texas State College and University Employees Uniform Insurance Benefits Act.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident | Retirement Systems--State Employees | STATE COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES UNIFORM INSURANCE BENEFITS ACT, TEXAS | State Employees
HB 3184 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System to acquire by purchase, exchange, gift, or otherwise certain properties to be used for campus expansion and university purposes in The University of Texas System.
House: Land & Resource Management
Withdrawn from schedule
| EDINBURG, CITY OF | Education--Higher--General | Property Interests--General | Purchasing--State | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 3219 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to retirement benefits for law enforcement officers employed and commissioned by institutions of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters | Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 3226 76-0 (1999)
Author: Capelo, JaimeSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the disposition of surplus and salvage property of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | INTERNET | Purchasing--State | SURPLUS PROPERTY
HB 3236 76-0 (1999)
Author: Najera, Manny
Relating to the use of the term "college" by certain educational institutions.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools
HB 3314 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to the requirements for the conveyance of an interest in real property from a political subdivision to an institution of higher education.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Political Subdivisions | Property Interests--Real Property
HB 3316 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to donations and other transfers of real or personal property to institutions of higher education.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS | Political Subdivisions | Property Interests--General
HB 3319 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, HenrySponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the approval of certain construction projects by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Purchasing--State | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3336 76-0 (1999)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to establishing a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in eastern Bexar County.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| BEXAR COUNTY | Education--Higher--General | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
HB 3395 76-0 (1999)
Author: Culberson, John
Relating to state policy in public education and the effect of federal law on that state policy.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Legislature | SUPREMACY OF STATE EDUCATION POLICY
HB 3439 76-0 (1999)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to health clinics on public school campuses.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3486 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to credit in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas for service for a private school or institution of higher education.
House: Pensions & Investments
No action taken in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 3525 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the continued independence of Texas Southern University.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 3593 76-0 (1999)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Chiropractic College as a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Education--Higher--General | TEXAS CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
HB 3643 76-0 (1999)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to open-enrollment charter schools that deliver educational services through distance learning courses.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CHARTER SCHOOLS | DISTANCE EDUCATION | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General
HB 3644 76-0 (1999)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to university charter schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| CHARTER SCHOOLS | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 3651 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to a partnership or affiliation between certain entities and a general academic teaching institution or a medical and dental unit.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--General
HB 3665 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel
Relating to the provision of post-secondary education and training services to be offered by the Texas Commission for the Blind.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General
HB 3715 76-0 (1999)
Author: Shields, John
Relating to the definition of higher education institutions under the Higher Education Coordinating Act of 1965.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Religion
HB 3762 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to granting college credit for completion of the Texas Youth Commission resocialization program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Minors--Juvenile Justice | YOUTH COMMISSION
HCR 83 76-0 (1999)
Author: Corte, Frank
Granting Paul Herbig permission to sue the state and Texas A&M University.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | HERBIG, PAUL | Resolutions--Suits vs. State | TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
HCR 143 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto
Encouraging Texas colleges and universities to apply existing research resources to finding new affordable solutions to address water scarcity and quality problems, including salinity and fecal coliform, in the Rio Grande.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Education--Higher--General | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | RIO GRANDE VALLEY | Water--General
HR 1014 76-0 (1999)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 2025.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HR 1091 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 713.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HR 1093 76-0 (1999)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Directing the House Committee on Higher Education to study and make recommendations on the calculation of college and university student grade point averages for courses retaken and to explore additional affordable fees for repeating courses.
House: House Administration
Referred to House Administration
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 1094 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, Robert
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 1945.
Reported enrolled
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HR 1258 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 713.
House: Rules & Resolutions
Referred to Rules & Resolutions
| Education--Higher--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 37 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to student financial aid, including the consolidation or repeal of student aid and grant programs and the creation of grant programs to provide financial assistance to students at institutions of higher education who meet certain academic, citizenship, financial need, and other requirements.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | SCHOLARSHIPS
SB 98 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to providing scholarships for students at institutions of higher education who meet certain academic and other requirements.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Ed. by President
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | SCHOLARSHIPS
SB 192 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Junell, Robert
Relating to contracts with and compensation of administrators of public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General
SB 210 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to directing certain higher education research programs to address environmental issues affecting the Texas-Mexico border region.
House: Higher Education Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Effective immediately
| BORDER | Education--Higher--General | Environment--General | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 237 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to providing public school students and their parents with information about higher education and financial aid opportunities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel
SB 282 76-0 (1999)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the automatic admission of certain undergraduate transfer students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--General | TRANSFER STUDENTS
SB 332 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to authorizing institutions of higher education to impose a fee to support Washington, D.C., internships and abolishing the Texas-Washington, D.C., Intern Scholarship Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Fees | SCHOLARSHIPS
SB 344 76-0 (1999)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Gray, Patricia
Relating to graduate level instruction at Texas A&M University at Galveston.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Withdrawn from calendar
| Education--Higher--General | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON
SB 406 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to academic testing of students in proprietary schools.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--ASSESSMENT & TESTING | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 502 76-0 (1999)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Najera, Manny
Relating to the use of the term "college" by certain educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools
