House Bill No. 2185 proposes a tuition exemption for the children of certain law enforcement officers in Texas. The bill introduces a new section, 54.3511, to the Education Code, defining "eligible law enforcement officer" as a peace officer with at least 15 years of continuous service in a public retirement system. It specifies that the exemption applies to the children of these officers, including stepchildren and adopted children, and covers all tuition, fees, and charges, except for general deposits and fees related to lodging, board, or clothing.

Additionally, the bill outlines eligibility criteria for the exemption, stating that children must apply before turning 21 or 22 if they are eligible for special education programs. It also stipulates that the exemption is limited to the first 120 undergraduate semester credit hours and ceases once the child turns 26. Furthermore, children transferring from a public junior college to a senior college or university must meet the standard entrance requirements applicable to all applicants. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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