Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Texas House Bill HB291

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to medical school admissions, coursework, academic standards, and employment decisions in this state.

Impact

The introduction of HB 291 could have significant implications for state laws governing education and healthcare. By revising the standards and criteria for medical school admissions, the bill seeks to ensure that aspiring medical professionals are equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills. This alignment is particularly important as the state confronts challenges related to healthcare delivery and workforce shortages. Supporters believe that these changes will foster a more competent and prepared medical workforce, ultimately benefiting public health outcomes.

Summary

House Bill 291 addresses critical aspects of medical education within the state, focusing specifically on medical school admissions, coursework requirements, academic standards, and employment decisions related to medical education. The bill aims to streamline the processes involved in these areas, ensuring that they align with the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. By emphasizing robust academic criteria and enhancing the selection process for medical students, the bill aspires to improve the overall quality of medical education in the state.

Contention

Despite its intentions, HB 291 has also faced some points of contention. Critics have raised concerns about the potential narrowing of academic criteria, which might inadvertently limit access for underrepresented groups in medical education. Additionally, some members of the legislative committee have voiced worries that the bill could lead to a one-size-fits-all approach in admissions standards, disregarding the diverse paths through which individuals can excel in medical fields. The debate surrounding these points has highlighted the delicate balance between maintaining high educational standards and fostering inclusivity in medical training.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 51. Provisions Generally Applicable To Higher Education
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5294

Relating to medical school admissions, coursework, academic standards, and employment decisions in this state.

TX HB1972

Relating to requiring coursework in nutrition at public medical schools.

TX HB1165

Relating to medical education coursework in cultural competence and implicit bias.

TX HB2475

Relating to medical education coursework in cultural competence and implicit bias.

TX SB518

Relating to the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education.

TX SB521

Relating to requiring the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education.

TX HB4702

Relating to requiring the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education.

TX HB1830

Relating to tenure and employment status at public institutions of higher education in this state.

TX HB2354

Relating to charter schools, including the admission, enrollment, and employment policies of and the applicability of certain laws to open-enrollment charter schools.

TX SB1127

Relating to charter schools, including the admission, enrollment, and employment policies of and the applicability of certain laws to open-enrollment charter schools.

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