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TX SB2786

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles Creighton

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts certified emergency medical technicians (EMTs) employed by political subdivisions from Texas Success Initiative assessment requirements when enrolling in public higher education institutions

  • Exempts fire protection personnel (as defined by Section 419.021, Government Code) from the TSI assessment requirements

  • Exempts peace officers who are elected, appointed, or employed under Article 2A.001, Code of Criminal Procedure, from TSI assessment requirements

  • Changes apply beginning with the 2025 fall semester for entering undergraduate students at public institutions of higher education

  • Passed the Senate 31-0 on May 1, 2025, and the House 131-10 on May 28, 2025; takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote or September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for certain students who are public officers or employees.

Education

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education5/2/2025
Education K-164/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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