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TX HB543
TX HB543Relating to signs posted by public institutions of higher education to facilitate the reporting of and to prevent incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
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Introduced
11/12/2024
11/12/2024
In Committee
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to signs posted by public institutions of higher education to facilitate the reporting of and to prevent incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
AI Summary
This bill requires public institutions of higher education in Texas to post signs in all bathroom facilities that provide resources and support for victims of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The signs must be written in both English and Spanish, measure at least 11 inches by 14 inches, and include specific contact information such as the National Domestic Violence Hotline number, the Texas Abuse Hotline number, and a QR code that links to an electronic summary of the institution's victim resources. These signs are to be part of the institution's comprehensive prevention and outreach program, with the goal of making support information easily accessible to students and staff. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving institutions time to prepare and implement the new signage requirements.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Higher Education (on 03/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB543 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB00543I.htm |
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