SB 1878 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the Polytechnic College at Sam Houston State University, including the college's eligibility to participate in certain programs.

This bill formally recognizes Sam Houston State University's Polytechnic College as a distinct institution for workforce training. It updates Texas education code to include the college in definitions of eligible institutions for state programs and funding, aligning it with public junior colleges and state colleges. The college will continue providing short-term vocational training for adults over 18 seeking occupational skills certificates in fields like plumbing, electrical work, and manufacturing. These changes clarify the college's legal status and funding structure without creating new programs or altering existing training offerings.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 4, 2025 Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Apr 3, 2025
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Left pending in committee
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Apr 3, 2025
Upper · Passed
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Mar 17, 2025
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Referred to Education K-16
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Mar 17, 2025
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Charles Schwertner
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