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TX HB738
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
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AI Summary
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Requires the Texas Historical Commission to establish a program to identify, renovate, restore, maintain, and preserve Rosenwald Schools structures and their contents located in Texas
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Authorizes the commission to acquire property containing Rosenwald School structures and protect the historical and architectural integrity of the exteriors, interiors, and grounds
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Permits restored Rosenwald School structures to be used as community learning centers
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Allows the commission to accept gifts, grants, and in-kind donations from public and private entities, and authorizes the legislature to appropriate funds for the program
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Directs the commission to first implement the program in the south central region of Texas, with an effective date of September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to creation by the Texas Historical Commission of a program to identify and restore Rosenwald Schools structures.
Education
Last Action
Committee report sent to Calendars
5/14/2025