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Texas House Bill HB3819

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3819

Caption

Relating to the alignment of courses between educational entities in this state.

Impact

The impact of HB 3819 is anticipated to enhance the coordination between school districts and higher education institutions across Texas. By creating regional consortia, the bill seeks to streamline the academic journey for students, thereby potentially increasing graduation rates and ensuring that students are better prepared for post-secondary education. The alignment of course sequences is expected to reduce redundancy in coursework and provide a more cohesive educational experience. Furthermore, by reporting on enrollment data, institutions can make informed decisions based on actual student needs and interests.

Summary

House Bill 3819 focuses on the alignment of educational courses across various institutions within Texas. The bill mandates the establishment of regional consortia that will consist of higher education institutions and school districts. These consortia are intended to facilitate the development of course sequences that align with the most popular degree programs in each region, thereby improving educational pathways for students. The aim is to ensure that students have clear and consistent course sequences that bridge secondary education and higher education, particularly concerning the 25 degree programs that see the highest student enrollments.

Contention

While the bill's intent to facilitate educational alignment is generally viewed positively, there may be concerns regarding the administrative burden on educational institutions and potential challenges in data sharing between the entities involved. The requirement for consent or the protection of student information under federal laws like FERPA could pose hurdles in implementing the data-sharing aspects of the bill. Additionally, stakeholders may debate the efficacy of regional consortia and whether they truly address the diverse needs of different regions across Texas, particularly in less populated or underserved areas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB8

Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program.

TX SB2539

Relating to the administration, coordination, and support of public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program and an Advanced Career and Education (ACE) scholarship program for students enrolled in dual credit courses.

TX SB1887

Relating to the requirements for the early college education program and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education.

TX SB1987

Relating to the accreditation of certain postsecondary educational institutions in this state or of certain programs offered by those institutions.

TX HB3486

Relating to higher education curricula, including course enrollment and credit and degree and certificate programs.

TX HB681

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

TX SB1861

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

TX HB4005

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Competency-Based Education Grant Program for certain students enrolled in competency-based baccalaureate degree programs and to formula funding and dropped and repeated course restrictions for students enrolled in those degree programs at public institutions of higher education.

TX HB3141

Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during that emergency or crisis; authorizing a fee.

TX SB462

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Competency-Based Education Grant Program for certain students enrolled in competency-based baccalaureate degree programs and to formula funding and dropped and repeated course restrictions for students enrolled in those degree programs at public institutions of higher education.

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