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TX SB1998

Bill

Status

Passed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joan Huffman

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to contract with organizations to operate a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students enrolled in Texas medical schools

  • Eligible operating organizations must be either tax-exempt under Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code or operated by a state accredited medical school

  • Medical students must indicate an interest in pursuing a career in a pediatric subspecialty to participate in the program

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025; passed Senate 30-1 on April 24, 2025, and House 145-0 on May 8, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a preceptorship program in a pediatric subspecialty for medical students in this state.

Education

Last Action

Effective immediately

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education4/28/2025
Education K-163/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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