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TX HB3068
Bill
Status
2/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Terri Leo-Wilson
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AI Summary
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Adds the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an accepted standardized assessment for undergraduate admissions at Texas general academic teaching institutions, alongside the existing ACT and SAT options
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Sets the minimum qualifying CLT score at 71 out of 120 (or equivalent) for students seeking admission under either the top 10% automatic admission rule or general application pathways
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Maintains existing score requirements: SAT score of at least 1,500 out of 2,400 (or equivalent) and ACT College Readiness Benchmarks as alternative qualifying assessments
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Applies to admissions beginning with the Fall 2026 semester at Texas public universities
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Takes effect immediately upon two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or September 1, 2025 otherwise
Legislative Description
Relating to the consideration of an alternative assessment instrument score in undergraduate admissions at certain public institutions of higher education.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Higher Education
3/20/2025