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Panel hears bill to let institutions shorten transcript look‑back for returning students
Summary
Senate Bill 365 would let institutions set their own transcript 'look back' (5–10 years) for reenrolling students; a returning student testified about being blocked from transfer because an older transcript lowered his GPA, and the committee left the bill pending.
Senate Bill 365 would allow each institution of higher education in Texas to set its own transcript look‑back period between five and ten years, giving applicants the option to waive older academic records. Senator Eckhart laid out the measure and said the change aims to reduce a barrier for Texans over age 25 who wish to re-enroll in undergraduate programs.
Senator Eckhart told the committee that since 2021 the number…
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