August 28, 2026 / 5:13 PM CDT / CBS Texas.

Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to develop a statewide framework that would allow students to earn certain bachelor's degrees in three years.

The board has until Dec. 31 to submit its recommendations and proposed implementation, which include creating a working group of representatives from public colleges and universities, employers, accrediting organizations, faculty leadership, and other stakeholders.