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Statute, Rules, and Grant Policies Guide

Statutes

Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 102

Article III of Texas Constitution establishing CPRIT

Rules

Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Chapters 701 – 703

CURRENT RULEMAKING PROJECT

At its May 20, 2026, meeting, the Oversight Committee approved the release of proposed changes to Texas Administrative Code § 703.23.

In the proposed amendment, CPRIT clarifies when it will withhold the final ten percent (10%) of total grant funds to ensure a grantee successfully completes all close‑out requirements. CPRIT will withhold the final 10% from product development grantees regardless of whether they receive funds through advancement or reimbursement. CPRIT may also withhold the final 10% from all other grantees if it gives them timely notice. Any grantee may request that CPRIT withhold less than 10% of the final funds. The request must appear in writing and include a reasoned justification. CPRIT’s Chief Executive Officer will make the final determination and notify the Oversight Committee of any approved request. 

Members of the public may submit written comments through July 6, 2026, to CPRIT’s General Counsel, John Ellis, by fax (512/475-2563); by email ([email protected]); or by mail to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, P.O. Box 12097, ATTN: Rulemaking Project, Austin, Texas, 78711.

The Oversight Committee expects to consider a final order that reflects the comments CPRIT receives on the proposed rule change at its meeting on August 19, 2026.

Proposed changes to Texas Administrative Code title 25, Chapter 703: Proposed Rule Text - May 2026

RECENTLY ADOPTED RULE CHANGE

At its February 18, 2026, meeting, the Oversight Committee approved the final adoption of a recent change to Chapter 703 that was initially presented at the November 15, 2025, meeting. The amendment to Section 703.24 states that CPRIT will review a Financial Status Report (FSR) and support documentation and make   
payment within 30 days of receiving a complete and correct FSR. Beginning March 12, 2026, Texas Administrative Code Chapter 703 will reflect the recently adopted rule amendment, which is also available here:

Adopted Rule Text February 2026

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