S.B. No. 1998 establishes a statewide pediatric subspecialty preceptorship program for medical students enrolled in Texas medical schools. The bill amends the Education Code by adding Section 58.011, which defines key terms such as "medical school" and "pediatric subspecialty." It allows the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to contract with organizations to operate the program, specifying that eligible organizations must either qualify for federal tax exemption or be operated by a state-accredited medical school. Additionally, students wishing to participate in the program must express an interest in pursuing a career in a pediatric subspecialty.

The implementation of this program is set to begin with the 2025-2026 academic year. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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