The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's Learning Technology Advisory Committee (LTAC) meeting on August 8, 2025, highlighted the ongoing legislative developments impacting higher education in the state. With the 89th legislature's regular session recently concluded, the focus has shifted to implementing new budget decisions and legislative bills.

During the meeting, officials discussed the governor's call for a special legislative session, which began on July 21, 2025. This session, lasting up to 30 days, includes 18 specific topics for discussion, although none directly pertain to higher education. The closest item relates to the potential elimination of the STAR test. However, the House currently lacks a quorum, complicating the legislative process and raising questions about how these issues will be resolved.

As the special session unfolds, the agency is preparing for interim committee meetings that will occur until the next regular session in January 2027. These meetings will focus on gathering data and testimony to inform future legislative actions. The lieutenant governor and the speaker will determine the specific topics for investigation, expected to be announced by early next year.

The committee remains vigilant about these developments, recognizing their potential impact on higher education policies and funding in Texas. As the situation evolves, stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and engaged with the legislative process.