The bill, S.B. No. 1908, mandates the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to conduct a study on the feasibility of creating a statewide system for coordinating clinical training placements for students in higher education. Specifically, the board is tasked with exploring the development of regional portals that would facilitate the reservation of clinical rotations at healthcare facilities. The study will assess the number of regions required to support institutions and students, the costs associated with establishing these portals, and the necessary maintenance and staffing for their operation.

The findings of the study, along with any recommendations for legislative or other actions, must be reported to key state officials, including the governor and legislative leaders, by December 1, 2026. The section detailing this study will expire on September 1, 2027. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds majority vote in both houses, or otherwise on September 1, 2025.

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