The 87th  Texas Legislature concluded its regular legislative session on May 31, 2021. Legislators faced unique and unprecedented challenges this session due to the pandemic and severe winter weather event that created additional obstacles to the traditional legislative process, unforeseen issues with the state’s energy infrastructure, and pressures on the state’s budget.

Although the Legislature grappled with many priority issues facing the state, lawmakers provided important investments in Texas higher education, prioritizing students and policies that will support the state’s economic recovery and long-term economic competitiveness.

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(Source: THECB)