Texas House Bill HB3930

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Caption

Relating to establishing scholarships for children of public school teachers.

Impact

The implementation of HB3930 is expected to have a positive impact on the accessibility of higher education for children of public school teachers, especially those from families with limited financial means. By providing targeted support in the form of scholarships up to a certain income limit, the bill aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens faced by these families in funding their children's education.

Summary

House Bill 3930 proposes the establishment of scholarships specifically for dependent children of public school teachers in Texas. These scholarships are intended to assist these students in pursuing higher education by covering various costs associated with attending an institution of higher learning. The new subchapter added to the Education Code stipulates that the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will administer these scholarships and will determine eligibility criteria and the amounts awarded based on individual circumstances.

Contention

Despite the proposed benefits, there may be points of contention surrounding the bill, particularly concerning funding sources and the adequacy of the scholarship amounts. Questions may arise about how the scholarships will be financed, especially if they are reliant on appropriations or donations. Additionally, stakeholders may debate whether the eligibility criteria are sufficient to meet the needs of the intended beneficiaries, given the varying costs of higher education across institutions.