Texas HB1881 mandates a study on establishing a public medical school at Texas Southern University.

Texas HB1881 requires the president of Texas Southern University to designate a department or entity to conduct a study on the need and feasibility of establishing a public medical school. The study must assess the need, include a financial plan, examine feasibility, and identify challenges. It must also compare Texas Southern University's suitability to other public universities in addressing urban health issues. The study report, due by September 1, 2026, will be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The act takes effect September 1, 2025, and expires December 1, 2026.

Texas HB1881 mandates a study on establishing a public medical school at Texas Southern University.

Texas HB1881 requires the president of Texas Southern University to designate a department or entity to conduct a study on the need and feasibility of establishing a public medical school. The study must assess the need, include a financial plan, examine feasibility, and identify challenges. It must also compare Texas Southern University's suitability to other public universities in addressing urban health issues. The study report, due by September 1, 2026, will be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The act takes effect September 1, 2025, and expires December 1, 2026.