Texas SB2163 aims to assist homeless and foster care students at public higher education institutions.

Texas SB2163 amends the Education Code to support students who are homeless or were in foster care. It requires the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to designate a liaison officer for these students. Institutions must also designate liaison officers and provide priority housing access to homeless students. The bill mandates the exchange of demographic and educational outcome data among the board, the Department of Family and Protective Services, and the Texas Education Agency. It takes effect September 1, 2025, or immediately if approved by two-thirds of the legislature.

Texas SB2163 aims to assist homeless and foster care students at public higher education institutions.

Texas SB2163 amends the Education Code to support students who are homeless or were in foster care. It requires the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to designate a liaison officer for these students. Institutions must also designate liaison officers and provide priority housing access to homeless students. The bill mandates the exchange of demographic and educational outcome data among the board, the Department of Family and Protective Services, and the Texas Education Agency. It takes effect September 1, 2025, or immediately if approved by two-thirds of the legislature.