HB 33
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to measures to facilitate the award of postsecondary course credit leading to workforce credentialing based on military experience, education, and training and to prepare veterans for employment in certain industries.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
Education--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--General|Military & Veterans|TECHNICAL EDUCATION|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 755
87-0 (2021)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to consumer information regarding career schools and colleges.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2554
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the operation by a school district of a vocational education program to provide eligible high school students with vocational and educational training under a plan for the issuance of a high school diploma and the application of certain student-based allotments under the public school finance system.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts
HB 3606
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the provision of vocational training to inmates confined in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
Corrections--Jails & Prisons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 1095
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to notice regarding the availability to public school students of college credit and work-based education programs and subsidies for fees paid to take certain advanced placement tests.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Science & Technology
HB 128
87-1 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the operation by a school district of a vocational education program to provide eligible high school students with vocational and educational training under a plan for the issuance of a high school diploma and the application of certain student-based allotments under the public school finance system.
Filed
EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts
HB 271
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to student access to certain academic records; authorizing a fee.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 645
86-0 (2019)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of certain trustees of the Blinn Junior College District.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
BLINN JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT|County Government--General|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 2543
86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to exempting textbooks purchased, used, or consumed by certain students from the sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Higher--Textbooks|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Taxation--Sales
HB 2843
86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the examinations required for a barbering or cosmetology license.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
COSMETOLOGISTS|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 4507
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the allocation of funds under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
Education--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1709
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the participation of eligible career schools or colleges in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Program.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2051
86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the administration of a practical examination by a junior college or career school or college.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
COSMETOLOGISTS|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 2202
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the administration of the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 29
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|CRIME VICTIMS|Crimes--Against Persons--General|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Criminal Procedure--Trial|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Health Care Providers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Minors--Crimes Against|PROSTITUTION|SECRETARY OF STATE|SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES|SUPREME COURT|Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 272
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the inclusion of education and training regarding human trafficking in the curriculum of commercial driver's license training programs offered by public junior colleges and career schools and colleges.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
Crimes--Against Persons--General|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 759
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the establishment of a tuition and fee payment program for certain adopted children enrolled in career schools or colleges.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
ADOPTION|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 802
85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to a requirement that online admission application forms for public institutions of higher education include a link to certain postsecondary education and career opportunity information.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Electronic Information Systems|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INTERNET|Labor--Workforce Development
HB 1508
85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, HelenSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to notice to applicants to and enrollees in certain educational programs regarding the consequences of a criminal conviction on eligibility for an occupational license.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1965
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to liability insurance for career schools and colleges.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Insurance--General|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2156
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the creation by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of a repository of student transcripts for certain private postsecondary educational institutions; authorizing fees and providing administrative penalties.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2413
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, CindySponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Open Records|Protection of Personal Information
HB 4220
85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the regulation of certain degree-granting postsecondary educational institutions by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 234
85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a prohibition against the use by a career school or college of certain advertising designed to mislead or deceive prospective students.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
ADVERTISING|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Military & Veterans|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1569
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|CRIME VICTIMS|Crimes--Against Persons--General|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Criminal Procedure--Trial|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Health Care Providers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Minors--Crimes Against|PROSTITUTION|SECRETARY OF STATE|SUPREME COURT|Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1781
85-0 (2017)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to the regulation of certain educational institutions by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; providing administrative penalties.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
See remarks for effective date
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Military & Veterans
SB 2085
85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Open Records|Protection of Personal Information
SB 2132
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Open Records|Protection of Personal Information
HB 1299
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the tasting of wine by students enrolled in certain courses.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|WINE & WINERIES
HB 1712
84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the establishment of an innovative workforce training center in the Rio Grande Valley.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in subcommittee
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE
HB 1903
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of funds to campuses in the Blinn Junior College District service area.
House: Higher Education
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
BLINN JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 2621
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the board of trustees of the Blinn Junior College District.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
BLINN JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 3294
84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Human Services--Child Services|Labor--General|Labor--Workforce Development|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Sunset--Commission Bills|VENDING MACHINES|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3733
84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the establishment of a tuition and fee reimbursement program for certain adopted children enrolled in career schools or colleges.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3908
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a pilot program to expand joint credit programs to include certain courses offered by career schools and colleges in certain counties.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|Science & Technology|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 208
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HUMAN RIGHTS, COMMISSION ON|Human Services--Child Services|Labor--General|Labor--Workforce Development|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Sunset--Commission Bills|VENDING MACHINES|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1556
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the classification of certain programs as postsecondary education programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|MASSAGE THERAPY & MASSAGE THERAPISTS
SB 1625
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to consumer information regarding career schools and colleges.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Electronic Information Systems|Labor--Workforce Development|STUDENT LOANS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1655
84-0 (2015)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board fees for the administration of certificates of authorization and certificates of authority issued to certain postsecondary educational institutions; authorizing fees.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Vetoed by the Governor
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2017
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of an innovative workforce training center in the Rio Grande Valley.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE
SB 2042
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the board of trustees of the Blinn Junior College District.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
BLINN JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 30
83-0 (2013)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer, academic progress, and timely graduation of students in public higher education; authorizing a fee.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1296
83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to information regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities and workforce needs in this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1415
83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of school district teaching permits to persons who will teach only career and technology education classes.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|PERMITS
HB 2000
83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the qualification of certain nonprofit schools and educational institutions for exemption from state laws regulating career schools and colleges and to complaints made against those entities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
Consumer Protection|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Religion|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2793
83-0 (2013)
Author: Simpson, David
Relating to an exemption from compulsory public school attendance for children who have completed grade 10 and are attending an institution of higher education or a trade school or are employed as an apprentice.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance
SB 1710
83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to measures to facilitate the transfer of students within the public higher education system and the timely graduation of students from public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|TRANSFER STUDENTS
HB 1167
82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on certain premises of or locations associated with schools or public junior colleges and public technical institutes.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
CONCEALED HANDGUNS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Weapons
HB 1839
82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to excluding a provider of recreational classes that do not lead to an educational credential from regulation as a career school or college.
House: Higher Education Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2167
82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 2339
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the authority of Sul Ross State University to offer certain degree and certificate programs.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 2538
82-0 (2011)
Author: Vo, HubertSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Open Government, Select
Effective on 9/1/11
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--General|Open Records|Protection of Personal Information|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2784
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alonzo, RobertoSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the refund policy for courses and programs at career schools and colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HR 2611
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1534.
3 hr. notice-for consideration
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 711
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Open Government, Select
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
Crimes--Miscellaneous|Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--General|Open Records|Protection of Personal Information
SB 1176
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 1472
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the coordinated dissemination of online information regarding the operation and performance of certain for-profit educational entities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|INTERNET|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1487
82-0 (2011)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the regulation of career schools and colleges and requiring the Texas Workforce Commission to submit a report to the legislature.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|INTERNET|Labor--General|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1534
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the operation, certification, and accountability of career schools or colleges.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SR 1227
82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1534.
Reported enrolled
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2837
81-0 (2009)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to correspondence real estate and real estate inspection courses.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REAL ESTATE AGENTS|REAL ESTATE BROKERS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS
HB 3519
81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the coordination and administration of the Texas Career Opportunity Grant Program.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3974
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the exemption of certain maritime courses of instruction from proprietary school certification.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Water--Navigation & Ports
SB 1184
81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to online and correspondence real estate and real estate inspection courses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REAL ESTATE AGENTS|REAL ESTATE BROKERS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS
SB 1674
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the coordination and administration of the Texas Career Opportunity Grant Program.
Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 966
80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to funding for career and technology programs in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational
HB 2164
80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of a technology center grant program for rural counties.
House: Border & International Affairs
Referred to Border and International Affairs
BORDER|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural
HB 2235
80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of a technology center grant program for rural counties.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Effective immediately
BORDER|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural
HB 2371
80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to hearings regarding cease and desist orders against certain persons operating a career school or college without proper authority.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 309
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Garcia, Juan
Relating to the requirement that a career school or college adopt a refund policy for students called to active military service.
House: Higher Education Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/07
Education--Higher--Student Fees|Education--Higher--Tuition|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Military & Veterans
HB 1725
79-0 (2005)
Author: Casteel, Carter | et. al.
Relating to the authority of another institution of higher education to conduct vocational or technical courses in the service area of a junior college district.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TECHNICAL EDUCATION
HB 2333
79-0 (2005)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the qualifications of and training and continuing education for certain officials and personnel of career schools or colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
CONTINUING EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2733
79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to funding for career and technology programs in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational
HB 2806
79-0 (2005)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the regulation of career schools and colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|TECHNICAL EDUCATION|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 158
79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the authority of another institution of higher education to conduct vocational or technical courses in the service area of a junior college district.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SB 1185
79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the qualifications of and training and continuing education for certain officials and personnel of career schools or colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Higher Education
CONTINUING EDUCATION|Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1722
78-0 (2003)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the use of the term "college" by certain educational institutions.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
Education--Higher--Private Schools|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 2172
78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to administration of certain workforce development programs by the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
ADULT EDUCATION|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 280
78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Economic Development Senate: Government Organization
See remarks for effective date
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--General|Labor--Unemployment|Labor--Workforce Development|PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS|Sunset Bills|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1343
78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the regulation and operation of certain career schools and colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/03
DISTANCE EDUCATION|Education--Higher--General|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Labor--Workforce Development|PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS
HR 66
70-0 (1987)
Author: Willy, John
Expressing support for vocational education.
Reported enrolled
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 64
63-0 (1973)
Author: Clark, Jim
Requesting the Committee on Education to study vocational-technical education programs.
House: Education
Adopted
EDUCATION, HOUSE COMMITTEE ON|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 732
63-0 (1973)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to technical-vocational education.
House: Education Senate: Education
Sent to Calendar Committee
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational
HB 41
62-0 (1971)
Author: Salem, Joe
Relating to providing for the licensing and regulation of private vocational schools and certain solicitors for them; providing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|VOCATIONAL SCHOOL LICENSING ACT
HB 333
62-0 (1971)
Author: Hale, L. DeWittSponsor: Christie, Joe
Relating to the regulation of proprietary business, technical, vocational and home study schools; establishing prohibited acts and penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PROPRIETARY SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
HB 351
62-0 (1971)
Author: Salter, Robert
Relating to authorizing school districts to contract with other school districts or with public or private post-secondary educational institutions and trade and technical schools to provide vocational classes.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--School Districts
HJR 54
62-0 (1971)
Author: Johnson, Jake
Proposing an amendment that one percent per gallon of the motor fuel tax be allocated to private schools, public schools and business colleges.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Motor Fuels
HR 76
62-0 (1971)
Author: Nugent, James E.
Regarding a questionnaire to be sent to Texas Junior Colleges and Technical/Vocational Institutions.
Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 173
62-0 (1971)
Author: Swanson, Bill T.
Creating an interim study committee on vocational training schools.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Administration
HR 529
62-0 (1971)
Author: Bynum, Ben | et. al.
Creating an interim committee to study state technical-vocational education programs.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Administration
HR 537
62-0 (1971)
Author: Poff, Jr., Bryan
Creating an interim committee on vocational education programs in Texas.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Administration
HR 549
62-0 (1971)
Author: McAlister, R.B.
Creating a special interim committee to study technical-vocational education programs in the state.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Administration
SB 358
62-0 (1971)
Author: Christie, Joe
Relating to providing for the licensing and regulation of private vocational schools and certain solicitors for them; providing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 526
62-0 (1971)
Author: Brooks, Chet | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of proprietary business, technical, vocational and home study schools; defining terms; creating the Proprietary School Advisory Commission; providing its powers and duties; providing for the issuance, renewal, revocation, and denial of certificates of approval; providing for registration of school representatives; providing bond requirements; providing for class action suits pursuant to Rule 42 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure; providing for hearings and appeals; establishing prohibited acts and penalties; providing for fees; providing for enforcement.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PROPRIETARY SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS|PROPRIETARY SCHOOL ADVISORY COMMISSION
HR 53
62-3 (1972)
Author: Salter, Robert
Requesting the Advisory Council for Technical-Vocational Education conduct a study on a uniform cost accounting system and other financing needs.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL EDUCATION, ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR
HB 8
62-4 (1972)
Author: Kaster, James J. | et. al.
Relating to exempting certain aviation schools and instructors from the Texas Proprietary School Act.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Transportation--Aviation
SB 18
62-4 (1972)
Relating to exempting certain aviation schools and instructors for the Texas Proprietary School Act.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Transportation--Aviation
HB 152
61-0 (1969)
Author: Wright, John
Relating to defining and providing for the registration and regulation of private trade and technical schools and classes and commercially operated business schools, and the registration of solicitors of such schools; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Commissioner of Education; creating a State Board of Private Trade Schools; prescribing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PRIVATE TRADE SCHOOLS, STATE BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1200
61-0 (1969)
Author: Ratcliff, Joseph Neil "Joe"
Relating to the "Texas Proprietary School Act": defining proprietary school, owner, school employee, solicitor, administrator, and notice to the school, etc.; injunctions; prohibited acts; penalty; effective date.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|PROPRIETARY SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
SB 609
61-0 (1969)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to defining and providing for the registration and regulation of private trade and technical schools and classes and commercially operated business schools, and the registration of solicitors of such schools; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Executive Director; creating an Administrative Board of Texas Proprietary Schools; prescribing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS, ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD OF TEXAS|STATE PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS ACT, TEXAS
HB 899
60-0 (1967)
Author: Murphy, Sam H. | et. al.
Relating to defining and providing for the registration and regulation of private business, trade and technical schools and classes and the registration of solicitors of such schools; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Commissioner of Education; creating a State Commission of Private Business and Trade Schools; prescribing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PRIVATE BUSINESS & TRADE SCHOOLS, STATE COMMISSION OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1173
60-0 (1967)
Author: Wright, John
Relating to defining and providing for the registration and regulation of private trade and technical schools and classes and commercially operated business schools, and the registration of solicitors of such schools, conferring powers, and imposing duties on the Commissioner of Education, creating a State Board of Private Trade Schools, prescribing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PRIVATE TRADE SCHOOLS, STATE BOARD OF
SB 445
59-0 (1965)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to defining private trade and correspondence schools; requiring the licensing of such schools and solicitors therefor.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TRADE & CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
SB 44
58-0 (1963)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to enacting the Texas Private Trade and Correspondence School Act; establishing a remedy for students defrauded; providing penalties; providing an effective date.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TRADE & CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
SB 368
58-0 (1963)
Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc"
Relating to establishing, authorizing, and providing for the "_______ County Industrial Training School District" located in any county in this state having a population of not less than one hundred thousand (100,000) nor more than two hundred thousand (200,000) according to the last preceding federal census, so as to provide vocational training for residents and non-residents of such county.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 743
57-0 (1961)
Author: Barlow, James E.
Relating to defining private trade and correspondence schools, requiring the licensing of such schools and solicitors therefor; providing a violation and penalty; providing an effective date.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TRADE & CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
HB 231
56-0 (1959)
Author: Whitfield, Jr., Joseph Charles "Whit"
Relating to amending certain statutes so as to exempt from taxation property owned or used in conducting any association engaged in the educational development of boys, girls, young men or young women through a program designed to demonstrate the operation of the American business system or private enterprise.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 938
56-0 (1959)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to defining private trade and correspondence schools.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TRADE & CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
SB 418
56-0 (1959)
Author: Gonzalez, Henry Barbosa
Relating to defining private trade and correspondence schools; providing an effective date.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TRADE & CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ACT, TEXAS
HB 618
46-0 (1939)
Author: Johnson, Leland Monte
Relating to regulating Commercial Schools or Colleges; providing for certain sanitary requirements; license fees, duties, and regulations; creating the office Supervisor of Commercial Schools; providing penalties.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 464
42-0 (1931)
Author: Pollard, Sr., Tomas (Thomas) Glover
Relating to amending certain Acts relating to the establishment of a Commercial College.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 671
41-0 (1929)
Author: Johnson, Albert Sid | et. al.
Relating to requiring commercial colleges to comply with their contracts with the students who matriculate with them.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PERMITS|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 520
41-0 (1929)
Author: Pollard, Sr., Tomas (Thomas) Glover
Relating to regulating Commercial Colleges.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|PERMITS|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 478
37-0 (1921)
Author: Horton, Frank B. | et. al.
Relating to establish a State School of Correspondence.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 69
37-0 (1921)
Author: Fairchild, I. D. | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a State School of Correspondence at Austin, Texas.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 144
37-1 (1921)
Author: West, Thomas M.
Relating to providing for the State School of Correspondence.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 6
37-2 (1921)
Author: Malone, Wallace | et. al.
Relating to establishing the School of Correspondence
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 12
37-2 (1921)
Author: Richards, Cyrus F.
Relating to establishing the State School of Correspondence.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 110
36-0 (1919)
Author: Johnson, Jack
Relating to creating and establishing a "Texas Industrial School and Workshop for the Adult Blind of the State," providing for a board to locate such institution and to manage its affairs, providing an appropriation.
ADULT EDUCATION|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|TEXAS INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL & WORKSHOP FOR THE ADULT BLIND OF THE STATE
HB 228
36-0 (1919)
Author: Thomas, Charles Graham | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a State School of Correspondence at Austin, Texas; providing for all courses of study by correspondence that supply the needs of Texas people; providing for the appointment of an executive board for same and prescribing their duties, providing for the appointment of members of the faculty, prescribing their duties and providing for the salaries of members of said faculty.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 191
36-0 (1919)
Author: Carlock, Sr., Robert Lee
Relating to making an appropriation to cover the cost of installation and equipment of a heating plant at the Grubbs Vocational College, Arlington, Texas.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational|State Finances--Appropriations
HB 195
36-3 (1920)
Author: Terrell, George Butler | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a State School of Correspondence at Austin, Texas.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 228
35-0 (1917)
Author: Clark, Henry | et. al.
Relating to establishing a State School of Correspondence in Austin
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 327
35-0 (1917)
Author: McCollum, Augustus Rounsaville | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a State School of Correspondence at Austin, Texas.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 228
34-0 (1915)
Author: Reeves, Icil B. "Ice" | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a State School of Correspondence.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 758
33-0 (1913)
Author: Morris, Leopold | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a state school of correspondence at Austin; providing for all courses of home study that supply the needs of Texas people; providing for the appointment of an executive board.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
SB 265
33-0 (1913)
Author: Hudspeth, Claude Benton | et. al.
Relating to establishing and maintaining a state school of correspondence at Austin, to provide for all courses of home study, to provide for the appointment of an executive board of same.
Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational