The bill proposes the establishment of the Tarleton State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, which will be managed by the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System. It includes provisions for the college to offer degrees under the university's name and authority, and allows the board to prescribe courses and adopt necessary policies for its operation. Additionally, the bill states that a suitable teaching hospital may be provided by a public or private entity as deemed appropriate by the board.

To incorporate the new college into existing legal frameworks, the bill amends several sections of the Education Code. Notably, it adds the Tarleton State University College of Osteopathic Medicine to the definitions of "medical and dental unit" and "medical school," ensuring its recognition alongside other established institutions. Furthermore, it modifies the list of institutions eligible for funding from a specific health-related fund, replacing a reference to Baylor College of Medicine with the new college. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 61.003, Education Code 61.501, Education Code 63.002 (Education Code 61, Education Code 63)
House Committee Report: Education Code 61.003, Education Code 61.501, Education Code 63.002 (Education Code 61, Education Code 63)
Engrossed: Education Code 61.003, Education Code 61.501, Education Code 63.002 (Education Code 61, Education Code 63)