Honorable Geanie Morrison, Chair, House Committee on Higher Education
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB1601 by West, Royce (Relating to the operation of the Joint Admission Medical Program and to admission to the program.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill amends several sections of the Education Code relating to the operation and admission requirements of the Joint Admission Medical Program. Under provisions of the bill, the Joint Admission Program Council, which includes public and private health-related institutions, could accept property, securities, services as well as funds raised by volunteer groups, to fund the program.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.