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UTEP president to propose Texas science foundation
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points President Heather Wilson will be proposing new state support for research and higher education institutions in Texas. The University of Texas at El Paso has announced that its president will be testifying to the Texas House of Representatives.
The University of Texas at El Paso has announced that its president will be testifying to the Texas House of Representatives. President Heather Wilson will be proposing new state support for research and higher education institutions in Texas.
University officials have stated that Wilson's proposal will include several items, one of which is a foundation related to science in Texas.
Further details about the proposal, including the specifics of the Texas Science Foundation, are available from the university or through official channels.
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Category: schools Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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