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TX HB2465

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ron Reynolds

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Restricts Texas A&M University from using state-appropriated funds for agricultural research and programs at a state-to-federal funding ratio that exceeds the ratio provided to Prairie View A&M University for the same purpose

  • Aims to create equity between the two land grant universities in their receipt of federal grants supporting agricultural research and extension programs

  • Applies specifically to state appropriations that qualify as matching funds for federal agricultural grants

  • Requires the funding ratio comparison to be calculated on a state fiscal biennium basis

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to funding for agricultural research and programs at Texas A&M University and Prairie View A&M University.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Higher Education

3/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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