Bill: SB 1470, 84(R) - 2015
Committee
Senate Higher Education
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Positive |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Kirk Watson
Bill Caption
Relating to the establishment of state authorization reciprocity agreements for postsecondary distance learning courses.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State or local government.
Bill Analysis
SB 1470 would require the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) to enter into a state authorization reciprocity agreement to allow both Texas public and private schools to offer distance education and online programs and courses from institutions located outside the state.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill affirms the principle of a free market, therefore we support this legislation. This increases educational opportunities for Texas higher education students by allowing them to shop for programs that meets their needs from other states and allowing schools to facilitate this without a costly and time consuming process.
