Texas HB2088 allows a university system to establish a law school in Cameron or Hidalgo County.

HB2088 amends the Texas Education Code to allow the governing board of a university system to establish and operate a law school in Cameron or Hidalgo County. The board may prescribe courses, award customary law degrees, and manage the law school through a general academic teaching institution. The establishment of the law school is subject to funding availability and requires a feasibility study for accreditation. The act takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2088 allows a university system to establish a law school in Cameron or Hidalgo County.

HB2088 amends the Texas Education Code to allow the governing board of a university system to establish and operate a law school in Cameron or Hidalgo County. The board may prescribe courses, award customary law degrees, and manage the law school through a general academic teaching institution. The establishment of the law school is subject to funding availability and requires a feasibility study for accreditation. The act takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise on September 1, 2025.