SRC-MWN S.B. 989 77(R)   BILL ANALYSIS


Senate Research Center   S.B. 989
77R8300 JSA-FBy: Ogden
Education
3/12/2001
As Filed


DIGEST AND PURPOSE 

Currently, Prairie View A&M University's mission statement does not clearly
describe the university's purpose and role in Texas higher education. As
proposed, S.B. 989 amends the statutory provision regarding Prairie View
A&M University's legally mandated purpose and role in Texas higher
education. 

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY

This bill does not expressly grant any additional rulemaking authority to a
state officer, institution, or agency. 

SECTION BY SECTION ANALYSIS

SECTION 1. Amends Section 87.104, Education Code, to delete text stating
that among the purposes of Prairie View A&M University is to offer programs
enabling students with latent aptitudes, talents, and abilities to realize
their full potential. Makes a nonsubstantive change. 

SECTION 2. Effective date: upon passage or September 1, 2001.