S.B. No. 1242 amends Section 135.02(c) of the Education Code to streamline the process for the Texas State Technical College System to acquire land and facilities. The bill removes the requirement for the coordinating board to review and approve the acceptance or acquisition of land and facilities, which previously applied if the board of regents requested to add the property to its educational and general buildings and facilities inventory and if the combined value exceeded $300,000. This change allows the board to accept or acquire land and facilities without the need for additional oversight, thereby expediting the process.

The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. The legislation aims to enhance the operational efficiency of the Texas State Technical College System by simplifying land acquisition procedures, ultimately supporting the institution's growth and development.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 135.02 (Education Code 135)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 135.02 (Education Code 135)
Engrossed: Education Code 135.02 (Education Code 135)
House Committee Report: Education Code 135.02 (Education Code 135)
Enrolled: Education Code 135.02 (Education Code 135)