Relating to a preceptorship program in a pediatric subspecialty for medical students in this state.
HB 4438 establishes a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students in Texas. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board would contract with eligible organizations (such as tax-exempt nonprofits or accredited medical schools) to operate the program, requiring participating students to express interest in pediatric medical specialties. The program begins for the 2025-2026 academic year and aims to support medical students pursuing careers in pediatric subspecialties.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 2, 2025
Last action May 7, 2025
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Total actions
15
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Committee
6
May 1, 2025
House · Reported by committee
Committee report sent to Calendars
Apr 30, 2025
House · Reported by committee
Committee report distributed
Apr 29, 2025
House · Reported by committee
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
Apr 15, 2025
House · Reported by committee
Left pending in committee
Apr 15, 2025
House · Reported by committee
Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
Apr 2, 2025
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Higher Education
Apr 2, 2025
House · Introduced
Read first time
3 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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