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Texas Law: Changes to Medical School Admissions and Grading Texas HB 291 changes how medical schools grade students and admit applicants starting in fall 2026.
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April 13, 2026
What it means for your household Under $30,000
This law doesn't change your household budget or benefits. Medical school changes won't affect your daily finances.
$30,000-$60,000
No direct impact on your family's money or benefits. These are changes to how medical schools operate, not changes that affect your income.
$60,000-$100,000
This law doesn't change your household finances. The medical school rules won't affect your family budget or benefits.
Over $100,000
No direct financial impact on your household. These are internal changes to medical schools that don't affect your family's money.
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A.J. LouderbackTexas State Representative, District 30
Adam HinojosaTexas State Senator, District 27
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Source record Organization Texas Legislature
Added to Community Exchange Apr 13, 2026
Aicha DavisTexas State Representative, District 109
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How this connects
House Bill 291 sets new rules for Texas medical schools. Starting fall 2026, at least half of medical coursework must use letter grades A-F or similar systems. Medical schools must also consider standardized test scores when admitting students. Schools must tell the legislature about changes to admissions or grading standards.
