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.