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TX SB2231

Bill

Status

Passed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Adam Hinojosa

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the second full week of October as "Free College Application Week" in Texas

  • Requires the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to waive undergraduate application fees for all public institutions of higher education during the designated week

  • Applies to all individuals in Texas seeking undergraduate admission during the fee waiver period

  • Takes effect beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year

  • Passed the Senate 29-2 on April 16, 2025 and the House 122-25 on May 8, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to waive fees for admission applications submitted to public institutions of higher education during certain periods.

Education

Last Action

Effective immediately

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education4/22/2025
Education K-163/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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