Texas SB2376 regulates student access to academic records, prohibiting institutions from withholding transcripts or diplomas over unpaid debts under.

Texas SB2376 amends the Education Code to ensure students' access to their academic records. Public institutions of higher education cannot withhold transcripts or diplomas if the student's unpaid debt is less than $500 or has been outstanding for over five years. Career schools or colleges cannot withhold records for debts under $500 or over five years. For debts of $500 or more, institutions may require students to enter a repayment plan before releasing records. Institutions may charge fees for record release, but these must not exceed the cost of materials.

Texas SB2376 regulates student access to academic records, prohibiting institutions from withholding transcripts or diplomas over unpaid debts under.

Texas SB2376 amends the Education Code to ensure students' access to their academic records. Public institutions of higher education cannot withhold transcripts or diplomas if the student's unpaid debt is less than $500 or has been outstanding for over five years. Career schools or colleges cannot withhold records for debts under $500 or over five years. For debts of $500 or more, institutions may require students to enter a repayment plan before releasing records. Institutions may charge fees for record release, but these must not exceed the cost of materials.