Relating to the Correctional Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University.
Impact
The implementation of this bill is expected to enhance the training and professional development opportunities available for criminal justice professionals in Texas. By providing a structured training program, the bill aims to improve the qualifications of individuals working in this field, potentially leading to better outcomes in the criminal justice system. Additionally, the bill allows for fee-based training for non-residents, which could also generate additional revenue for the institution while contributing to the professional development of a broader audience.
Summary
House Bill 3191 relates to the establishment of the Correctional Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University. This bill aims to provide a dedicated training framework for criminal justice professionals, emphasizing the need for specialized education and development in this field. The institute will be supervised by the president of Sam Houston State University, ensuring that the training programs align with the institution's standards and goals. By situating the institute within a respected university, the bill highlights the importance of academic backing in supporting criminal justice training initiatives.
Contention
While the bill emphasizes the importance of training for criminal justice professionals, it might encounter some contention regarding funding and the fairness of charging non-resident participants. The provision that allows the president of Sam Houston State University to establish fees for non-resident participants could be viewed as a potential barrier to access, raising discussions about the implications for equal opportunity in professional training. However, by ensuring that resident participants have their costs covered through state funds, the bill aims to support local participants specifically, which could mitigate some concerns of inequity.
Relating to the creation of a new university in Nacogdoches, Texas, within The University of Texas System and the allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education; abolishing Stephen F. Austin State University.
Relating to the creation of a new university in Nacogdoches, Texas, within The University of Texas System and the allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education; abolishing Stephen F. Austin State University.
Relating to the eligibility of Sam Houston State University to receive formula funding for the Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Relating to the eligibility of Sam Houston State University to receive formula funding for the Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to entitle all component institutions of The Texas A&M University System and The University of Texas System to participate in the income and other benefits of the permanent university fund.
Relating to the administration and investment of, and distribution and use of money from, certain constitutional and statutory funds to support general academic teaching institutions in achieving national prominence as major research universities and driving the state economy; redesignating the national research university fund as the Texas University Fund.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and certain component institutions of the Texas State University System and repealing the limitation on the allocation to the Texas State Technical College System and its campuses of the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education.
Relating to accountability of institutions of higher education, including educator preparation programs, and online institution resumes for public institutions of higher education.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.