The House Committee on Higher Education is dedicated to improving educational opportunities for students across Texas. Chaired by Representative John Kuempel, the committee focuses on various legislative initiatives aimed at enhancing access to higher education, promoting mental health resources, and supporting special programs for disadvantaged students. Key areas of concentration include the administration and financing of public higher education, scholarship programs for dual credit students, and the establishment of innovative educational initiatives aimed at improving student success and reducing barriers to education. The committee engages actively with stakeholders from educational institutions to gather testimony and address pressing education-related issues, ensuring that legislative measures align with the needs of students and educators alike.

The Texas Senate Committee on Finance, chaired by Senator Joan Huffman, focuses on the state's financial appropriations across various sectors including education, public safety, health services, and infrastructure. The committee is dedicated to reviewing bills that impact fiscal policies and ensuring adequate funding for essential state services. Recent sessions have involved detailed discussions on workgroup recommendations for multiple articles, with an emphasis on mental health services and the monitoring of infrastructure funds as outlined in recent legislation. The committee also actively evaluates proposed legislation to enhance school safety and support economic development initiatives.