Kilgore College Partners with QuickLaunch to Ensure Compliance with Texas HB 1481 and Enhance Campus Identity Security

Miami, FL – Aug 04, 2025: – In response to the newly enacted Texas House Bill 1481, which restricts the use of personal cell phones on school campuses, Kilgore College has taken the required step forward in securing student access and identity management by partnering with QuickLaunch, an AI-powered Integration (iPaaS) and Identity (IDaaS & ILM) platform designed specifically for higher education.

The new legislation has presented a unique challenge for educational institutions across Texas, particularly in managing authentication for dual-credit students without relying on a mobile device. Kilgore College faced mounting concerns around compliance, security, and user experience. With over 500 password reset help desk calls per week at the start of the school year and a manual onboarding/offboarding process, the college urgently needed a robust, mobile-independent solution.

QuickLaunch is delivering a comprehensive AI-powered Integration and Identity platform suite that enabled Kilgore College to:

  • Enable Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) without mobile dependency
  • Implement Single Sign-On (SSO) for seamless access to all required applications
  • Deploy a Self-Service Password Reset solution to reduce help desk load
  • Automation for new Account Activation and Identity Lifecycle Management

These services not only ensure compliance with HB 1481 but also enhance the overall security posture of the institution, reduce IT workload, and improve the user experience for students, faculty, and staff.

QuickLaunch’s identity first approach empowers educational institutions to modernize their access infrastructure while staying ahead of regulatory requirements and cybersecurity risks.

About Kilgore College

Kilgore College is a public community college in Kilgore, Texas, established in 1935. Known for its strong academic programs, workforce training, and vibrant student life, the college serves over 10000 FTE and a growing population of dual-credit high schoolers. With a rich legacy that includes the world-renowned Rangerettes and the Texas Shakespeare Festival, Kilgore College blends tradition with innovation to prepare students for transfer, careers, and lifelong success.

About QuickLaunch

QuickLaunch is an AI-powered Integration (iPaaS) and Identity (IDaaS & ILM) platform built specifically for higher education. QuickLaunch iPaaS enables institutions to automate workflows and connect systems including Ellucian Banner, Jenzabar, Anthology, Slate, and Great Plains through a no-code visual builder and 500+ pre-built connectors. QuickLaunch IDaaS and ILM suite deliver seamless Single Sign-On (SSO), adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), automated provisioning and deprovisioning, and full identity lifecycle management—from applicant to alumni. Trusted daily by over 1.2 million users at more than 200 institutions including Texas A&M University, Louisiana State University, and the University of North Carolina, QuickLaunch offers 99.999%+ historical uptime and is fully compliant with FERPA and HECVAT —helping IT teams focus on education, not infrastructure.

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