Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR1549

Introduced
4/22/09  
Refer
4/24/09  
Enrolled
5/4/09  

Caption

Commemorating the renaming of the Town and Country Campus of Houston Community College as the Spring Branch Campus.

Impact

The resolution illustrates the positive impact that HCC has had on the local community and highlights the importance of access to higher education. The Spring Branch Campus has grown significantly since its inception, now serving approximately 7,000 students through various academic, career, and technical education programs. The college has been instrumental in launching initiatives like the dual credit program and the Early College High School program, which offer students a pathway to earn credentials towards higher education while completing their high school education.

Summary

House Resolution 1549 addresses the renaming of the Town and Country Campus of Houston Community College to the Spring Branch Campus. This resolution commemorates the rich history and contributions of the college in the Spring Branch area. Houston Community College (HCC) is recognized as one of the largest community college systems in the United States, having played an essential role in providing educational opportunities since its first classes in the region in 1986.

Contention

While the bill is largely celebratory in nature, there could be underlying contentions regarding funding and resource allocation in light of the renaming. As the campus evolves and expands, it raises questions about the equitable distribution of educational resources across different campuses within the Houston Community College system and the broader implications for community colleges statewide. However, such issues are not explicitly detailed within the text of the resolution.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR1490

Honoring Dr. Cesar Maldonado for his service as chancellor of Houston Community College.

TX SR661

Recognizing Cesar Maldonado for his service as Chancellor of Houston Community College.

TX HR233

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of Alvin Community College.

TX HB3287

Relating to the locations of the campuses of the Texas State Technical College System.

TX SB1591

Relating to the locations of the campuses of the Texas State Technical College System.

TX SB54

Relating to the establishment of a grant program for school districts or open-enrollment charter school campuses that are designated as full-service community schools.

TX SB15

Relating to the establishment of a grant program for school districts or open-enrollment charter school campuses that are designated as full-service community schools.

TX SB475

Relating to the inclusion of a school safety domain for evaluating districts and campuses under the public school accountability system.

TX SB822

Relating to the establishment of a grant program for school districts or open-enrollment charter school campuses that are designated as full-service community schools.

TX HB4058

Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.