Texas House Bill HB603

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of House Committee: 4/29/09

Caption

Relating to an intercollegiate athletics fee at Midwestern State University.

Impact

The bill also stipulates that any increase in the athletics fee cannot exceed 10 percent from one academic year to the next without the approval of a majority of students through a general election. This provision aims to ensure that students have a say in the financial obligations they incur while supporting the athletics program. Additionally, the revenue generated from this fee is to be deposited in a dedicated account named the Midwestern State University intercollegiate athletics fee account.

Summary

House Bill 603 pertains to the establishment of an intercollegiate athletics fee specifically at Midwestern State University. This bill authorizes the university's board of regents to charge a fee to students enrolled at the institution. The maximum fee is limited to either $10 per semester credit hour or $120 per regular semester, and for summer sessions, it can be $60 for sessions lasting six weeks or less. The provisions within this bill aim to generate revenue exclusively for the development and maintenance of the university's intercollegiate athletics program.

Contention

While the bill provides a structured approach to funding intercollegiate sports, there may be contention surrounding student reactions to increased fees. Some students may be concerned about the additional financial burden, particularly in light of already rising costs of education. Furthermore, the necessity and benefits of enhancing the university's athletics program through this specific fee might be debated among student groups and administration, reflecting broader sentiments regarding student contribution to university programs and priorities.