Establishes a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students in Texas.

The bill amends the Education Code to create a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students in Texas. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board can contract with organizations to operate the program. Eligible organizations must either qualify for exemption from federal income tax or be operated by a state-accredited medical school. Students must express interest in a career in a pediatric subspecialty to participate. The program applies starting with the 2025-2026 academic year.

Establishes a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students in Texas.

The bill amends the Education Code to create a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students in Texas. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board can contract with organizations to operate the program. Eligible organizations must either qualify for exemption from federal income tax or be operated by a state-accredited medical school. Students must express interest in a career in a pediatric subspecialty to participate. The program applies starting with the 2025-2026 academic year.