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TX SB579
TX SB579Relating to an exemption from certain requirements regarding diversity, equity, or inclusion initiatives for certain scholarships provided by public institutions of higher education.
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Introduced
12/13/2024
12/13/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to an exemption from certain requirements regarding diversity, equity, or inclusion initiatives for certain scholarships provided by public institutions of higher education.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Education Code to expand existing exemptions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in higher education. Specifically, the bill adds a new exemption for scholarships funded by private money that are held in trust by or endowed to a public higher education institution or its affiliated foundation. This means that such privately funded scholarships would be excluded from certain restrictions on DEI-related activities. The existing law already provides several exemptions, including academic course instruction, scholarly research, student organization activities, guest speakers, and policies designed to enhance academic achievement without regard to race, sex, color, or ethnicity. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or otherwise on September 1, 2025. The purpose appears to be protecting privately funded scholarships from potential limitations on DEI initiatives in higher education institutions.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16 (on 02/03/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB579 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB00579I.htm |
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