Relating to requiring that competency-based baccalaureate degree programs be offered at certain public institutions of higher education.

HB 4848 requires Texas public university systems to offer competency-based bachelor's degree programs in high-demand fields at one or more campuses within each system. It caps program costs at no more than half the average tuition for students, with annual inflation adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board determines which fields are "high demand" and sets cost rules. This directly affects public universities and students seeking affordable, skill-focused degrees in priority areas starting in the 2026-2027 academic year.