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TX HB4909
TX HB4909Relating to the creation of the My Texas Future portal and a requirement to submit academic information through that portal to determine acceptance for admission at a public institution of higher education as a condition of high school graduation for public school students.
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Introduced
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
In Committee
04/15/2025
04/15/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the creation of the My Texas Future portal and a requirement to submit academic information through that portal to determine acceptance for admission at a public institution of higher education as a condition of high school graduation for public school students.
AI Summary
This bill creates the My Texas Future portal, a new online platform designed to help high school students explore college admissions and financial aid opportunities. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, high school students in Texas will be required to either create an account in the portal or formally opt out through a signed parental form or personal authorization. The portal will provide personalized information about colleges that will accept the student and potential financial aid awards based on the student's profile. Each public institution of higher education must link to this portal on their admissions webpage and provide information about applying. Students have the option to opt out of information sharing, and the portal will maintain confidentiality of student data in accordance with federal educational privacy laws. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will be responsible for creating and maintaining the portal, which will include a link to the common college application form and detailed information about potential educational opportunities. The bill aims to streamline the college application process and provide students with more transparent and accessible information about their higher education options.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Laid on the table subject to call (on 05/05/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4909 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB04909H.htm |
| Analysis (House Committee Report) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/analysis/html/HB04909H.htm |
| Fiscal Note (House Committee Report) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/fiscalnotes/html/HB04909H.htm |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/fiscalnotes/html/HB04909I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB04909I.htm |
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