Bill: SB 37, 86(R) - 2019
Committee
Senate Business & Commerce
2nd Chamber Committee
House Higher Education
Companion Bill
HB 218
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Positive |
Positive |
Author(s)
Judith Zaffirini
Co-Author(s)
Dawn Buckingham
Donna Campbell
Pete Flores
Jose Menendez
Sponsor(s)
Matt Krause
Co-Sponsor(s)
Cesar Blanco
Ana Hernandez
Tom Oliverson
Matt Shaheen
Bill Caption
Relating to the abolition of student loan default or breach of a
student loan repayment or scholarship contract as a ground for
nonrenewal or other disciplinary action in relation to a
professional or occupational license.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
SB 37 would prohibit a licensing authority from using default on a student loan as a reason to deny someone an occupational or professional license. It also repeals several laws referring to certain penalties for defaulting on student loans.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Texas Action recommends supporting SB 37 because it supports our principles of limited government, individual liberty, and personal responsibility. This bill helps promote individual liberty and limited government by eliminating a barrier of entry into the marketplace and allowing those in default on their loans the ability to participate in their profession of choice. SB 37 also promotes personal responsibility by allowing those in debt or default on their loans to earn money to pay off their loan.
