Exempts paramedics from tuition and laboratory fees at public higher education institutions.

This bill amends the Education Code to exempt paramedics from tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education. The exemption applies to paramedics enrolled in emergency medical services courses. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will establish rules for the exemption, including qualifications and eligibility criteria. The exemption does not apply to certain additional tuition charges or distance education courses exceeding 20% of maximum enrollment.

Exempts paramedics from tuition and laboratory fees at public higher education institutions.

This bill amends the Education Code to exempt paramedics from tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education. The exemption applies to paramedics enrolled in emergency medical services courses. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will establish rules for the exemption, including qualifications and eligibility criteria. The exemption does not apply to certain additional tuition charges or distance education courses exceeding 20% of maximum enrollment.