SB685 amends performance tier funding criteria for Texas public junior colleges.

SB685 revises the criteria for performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program in Texas. The bill specifies that measurable outcomes for funding will include the number of credentials awarded, the number of students earning at least 15 semester credit hours, and the number of students completing dual credit or dual enrollment courses. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

SB685 amends performance tier funding criteria for Texas public junior colleges.

SB685 revises the criteria for performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program in Texas. The bill specifies that measurable outcomes for funding will include the number of credentials awarded, the number of students earning at least 15 semester credit hours, and the number of students completing dual credit or dual enrollment courses. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.