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TX SB1319
TX SB1319Relating to a limit on the number of athletic scholarships that may be awarded to foreign students by a public institution of higher education.
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Introduced
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
In Committee
05/16/2025
05/16/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to a limit on the number of athletic scholarships that may be awarded to foreign students by a public institution of higher education.
AI Summary
This bill introduces a new limitation on athletic scholarships for foreign students at public higher education institutions in Texas. Specifically, the bill restricts each institution's intercollegiate athletic program from awarding more than 25 percent of available athletic scholarships, grants, or similar financial assistance to international students for a given academic year. The term "institution of higher education" is defined according to existing state education code. The new rule will take effect for the 2026-2027 academic year, with the bill itself becoming law on September 1, 2025. By implementing this percentage cap, the legislation appears aimed at ensuring a balance between domestic and international student-athletes receiving athletic financial support, potentially addressing concerns about scholarship opportunities for local students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Co-author authorized (on 05/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB1319 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB01319S.htm |
| Analysis (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/analysis/html/SB01319I.htm |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/fiscalnotes/html/SB01319I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB01319I.htm |
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