TX
Texas Senate Bill SB297

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB297

Filed
11/14/08  
Out of Senate Committee
3/19/09  
Voted on by Senate
3/24/09  
Out of House Committee
4/2/09  
Voted on by House
4/8/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
6/1/09  

Caption

Relating to resident tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education for certain veterans and servicemembers and their spouses and children.

Impact

The enactment of SB297 is intended to positively impact veterans and their families by easing their financial burden related to higher education. By ensuring that veterans and their eligible family members can pay in-state tuition, the bill may lead to increased enrollment of veterans in Texas educational institutions. It is anticipated that this could enhance the educational and professional opportunities available to veterans, thereby supporting their transition to civilian life.

Summary

SB297 aims to amend the Texas Education Code regarding resident tuition rates at public institutions of higher education for certain veterans and their family members. The bill establishes that eligible veterans, along with their spouses and children, are entitled to pay tuition at the rates applicable to Texas residents regardless of how long they have resided in the state, provided they meet certain requirements. This change facilitates greater access to educational resources for veterans seeking to further their education in Texas public colleges and universities.

Contention

Notably, discussions surrounding SB297 may involve concerns regarding the allocation of state educational resources and the implications of expanding residency benefits for veterans. Some may argue that granting these benefits could affect the availability of resources for non-veteran students or could lead to increased demand for state-funded programs. Nevertheless, the overarching goal of the bill is to support those who have served in the military and their families by providing them with the ability to access higher education at a reduced cost.

Companion Bills

TX HB38

Similar Relating to resident tuition rates at public institutions of higher education for certain veterans and their spouses and children.

Previously Filed As

TX HB683

Relating to the exemption of tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education for certain paramedics.

TX SB1350

Relating to the exemption of tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education for certain paramedics.

TX HB3997

Relating to reporting and data collection requirements in relation to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel and their family members.

TX SB2449

Relating to the determination of resident status of certain high school graduates by public institutions of higher education and to the tuition and fees charged by those institutions to those graduates.

TX HB2540

Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for the siblings of certain military personnel.

TX SB969

Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain correctional officers and jailers.

TX HB3280

Relating to the enrollment, including resident status and tuition rates, of certain persons, including persons not authorized to be present in the United States, in public institutions of higher education.

TX HB164

Relating to the enrollment, including resident status and tuition rates, of certain persons, including persons not authorized to be present in the United States, in public institutions of higher education.

TX HB2158

Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for firefighters enrolled in certain courses at public institutions of higher education.

TX HB2197

Relating to assistance for tuition and fees at postsecondary educational institutions for certain members of the Texas military forces.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.