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TX HB2420

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mary Gonzalez

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires each public institution of higher education in Texas to designate an employee with expertise in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to serve as a Title VI coordinator

  • Title VI coordinators must oversee institutional compliance with Title VI, promote equal access to programs and activities, and provide training and educational resources on Title VI law

  • Coordinators are responsible for documenting and investigating complaints alleging Title VI violations and maintaining records of complaints received and investigations conducted

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to requiring each public institution of higher education to designate a Title VI coordinator.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Higher Education

3/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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