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This bill expands support services for homeless students and students who were in foster care at public higher education institutions in Texas. The legislation requires each institution to designate a liaison officer to help these students, defined as individuals under 25 who have experienced homelessness within the past 24 months or are currently experiencing homelessness. The liaison officer must provide information about support services like financial aid, housing, food programs, and counseling. The bill also mandates that institutions prioritize housing assignments for homeless students and allows them to access temporary housing between academic terms. Additionally, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board must establish policies to support these students, including professional development for liaison officers and creating a mechanism to exchange demographic and educational outcome information with the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Texas Education Agency. The goal is to improve educational support and success for students who have faced significant challenges in their personal lives by ensuring they have access to resources and assistance throughout their higher education journey.

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