S.B. No. 2815 introduces a new provision to the Texas Education Code regarding diploma designations for institutions of higher education that undergo mergers or name changes. Specifically, Section 51.997 mandates that when an institution merges or changes its name, it must provide students enrolled at the time of the change the option to receive a diploma reflecting either the new institution name or the former institution name.

The provisions of this bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply starting with the 2025-2026 academic year. This legislation aims to ensure that students have the flexibility to choose how their academic achievements are represented on their diplomas following institutional changes.

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