Texas 89th Legislature, Regular Session Status: Introduced

HB 2855 — Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for certain capital projects at The University of Texas at El Paso.

Last action — Referred to Higher Education: Mar 19 2025 12:35PM

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for certain capital projects at The University of Texas at El Paso.

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This bill amends 1 section(s) of the Texas statutes: Section 55.17992, Education Code.

  • Section 55.17992, Education Code

    Sec. 55.17992. THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO; ADDITIONAL BONDS. (a) In addition to the other authority granted under this subchapter, the board of regents of The University of Texas System may acquire, purchase, construct, improve, renovate, enlarge, or equip property and facilities, including roads and related infrastructure, for The University of Texas at El Paso for construction of a student success building, to be financed by the issuance of bonds in accordance with a systemwide revenue financing program and secured as provided by that program, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $100 million. (b) The board may pledge irrevocably to the payment of the bonds authorized by this section all or any part of the revenue funds of an institution, branch, or entity of The University of Texas System, including student tuition charges. The amount of a pledge made under this subsection may not be reduced or abrogated while the bonds for which the pledge is made, or bonds issued to refund those bonds, are outstanding. (c) If sufficient funds are not available to the board to meet its obligations under this section, the board may transfer funds among institutions, branches, and entities of The University of Texas System to ensure the most equitable and efficient allocation of available resources for each institution, branch, or entity to carry out its duties and purposes.

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Action History

  1. Referred to Higher Education

  2. Read first time

  3. Filed

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 2855 do?
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for certain capital projects at The University of Texas at El Paso.
Who sponsors HB 2855?
HB 2855 is sponsored by Vincent Perez.
What is the current status of HB 2855?
This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 2855?
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